Road Engineer
どうろぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Civil engineers specializing in road surveying, planning, design, and maintenance management, providing safe and comfortable road infrastructure.
Description
Road engineers collect and analyze basic data such as terrain surveys, traffic volume surveys, and soil tests for new road construction, improvements, and repairs, and comprehensively consider design speed, gradients, roadbed composition, drainage plans, etc., to create design drawings. During construction, they perform site management and quality checks, and after completion, they are responsible for road inspections and maintenance management. A wide range of specialized knowledge and skills are required, including design using CAD and GIS, cost estimation, and compliance with safety standards.
Future Outlook
Amid expanding needs for infrastructure aging countermeasures, smart infrastructure technology, and roads compatible with autonomous driving, the demand for engineers involved in maintenance, renewal, and advanced design is expected to remain stable. Personnel shortages due to the retirement of veteran engineers are also an issue, providing many opportunities for young talent.
Personality Traits
Curious or Inquisitive / Excellent Communication Skills / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Companies with Flextime System / Construction Consultant / Office Work / On-site Surveys / Public Sector
Career Path
Road Design Engineer → Construction Management Engineer → Maintenance Management Engineer → Project Manager → Technical Consultant
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Geotechnical Engineering / Basics of Structural Mechanics / CAD (AutoCAD・Civil3D) / Surveying Technology / Traffic Planning
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / Data Processing by Programming / GIS / Reading English Papers
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because terrain and traffic data need to be analyzed and reflected in road design conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in dimensions or gradients directly affect safety. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced calculations such as load calculations and cross-section analysis are required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because process planning for road construction, material procurement, and schedule management are important. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly respond to geological changes or unexpected problems during construction. |
Related Qualifications
- 1st Class Civil Engineering Construction Manager
- Pavement Diagnostic Engineer
- RCCM (Civil Engineering)
- Road Management Engineer
Aliases
- Road Design Engineer
- Road Maintenance Engineer
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