Well Drilling Machine Design Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
Technical position responsible for designing and developing drilling machines (well drilling machines) used for well drilling and geological surveys.
Description
Well drilling machine design engineers handle mechanism design, structural analysis, and hydraulic/pneumatic system design for drilling machines (well drilling machines) used in water well drilling and ground surveys, and are responsible for performance evaluation tests and specification adjustments with manufacturing departments. They perform strength calculations and fluid analysis using CAD and CAE, pursuing optimal designs that consider on-site work conditions and safety.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing in fields such as geothermal power generation and environmental surveys, with growing needs for high-value-added designs incorporating IoT and automation technologies.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Excellent communication skills / Meticulous
Work Style
CAD Design / Office Work / On-site Investigation / Team Development
Career Path
Junior Design Engineer → Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Project Leader → Technical Development Manager
Required Skills
2D CAD / 3D CAD / Hydraulic/Pneumatic System Design / Machine Element Design / Strength Analysis (FEM)
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Soil and Ground / CAE Analysis / Project Management / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking skills necessary for structural design are required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes in design drawings can lead to accidents on site. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical calculations such as strength calculations and fluid analysis are important. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for investigating causes in cases of malfunctions or insufficient performance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technology Exam
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
Aliases
- Drilling Machine Design Engineer
- Well Drilling Machine Design Engineer
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