Rolling Machine Design Engineer
あつえんきかいせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
Technical role involving the design and development of metal rolling machines. Handles tasks from specification review to structural analysis, drafting, and prototyping.
Description
Rolling machine design engineers are responsible for the mechanism design of roll mills and rolling press equipment that heat and roll steel materials into plates or wires. Based on knowledge of strength of materials and machine dynamics, they perform strength calculations for rotating bodies and structural analysis (FEA), and consider optimal roller diameters, drive systems, and hydraulic/lubrication mechanisms. Through CAD drafting, 3D modeling, prototype evaluation, and coordination with manufacturing sites, they complete equipment with high safety and productivity.
Future Outlook
With advances in automation/energy-saving technologies and introduction of new materials, demand for highly skilled design talent will remain stable. Utilization of CAE and digital twin technologies will be a future trend.
Personality Traits
Has a problem-solving orientation / Has cooperativeness / Has motivation to improve / Has strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Flex Time / Inter-departmental Collaboration / Office Work / Remote Work Possible
Career Path
Junior Design Engineer → Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Chief/Leader → Design Department Manager → Technical Director/CTO
Required Skills
3D CAD Operation / Drafting (JIS Standards) / Finite Element Method Analysis / Machine Element Design / Strength Calculation / Strength of Materials
Recommended Skills
English Technical Document Reading / Hydraulic/Pneumatic System Design / Programming / Project Management (PMBOK) / Steel Processing Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically design complex mechanical structures. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because detailed drawings and calculations require high accuracy. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To devise innovative mechanical structures and functions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical understanding is required for strength calculations and analysis. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for design challenges and root cause analysis of defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
Aliases
- Roll Mill Design Engineer
- Rolling Press Design Engineer
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