Service Engineer (Electrical Machinery and Equipment)
さーびすえんじにあ（でんききかいきぐ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical role involving installation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical machinery and equipment to support stable machine operation.
Description
Service Engineers (Electrical Machinery and Equipment) handle installation, wiring, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting for electrical machinery such as motors, inverters, and control panels. They visit customer sites to check equipment operation status, diagnose abnormalities, perform repairs and adjustments, and as needed, replace parts or update control programs. Affiliated with product manufacturers or maintenance companies, they also develop preventive maintenance plans, prepare reports, provide technical support to customers, and make improvement proposals. With the advancement of IoT and AI-based remote monitoring technologies, broad specialized knowledge and communication skills are required.
Future Outlook
With the spread of predictive maintenance using IoT and AI, demand for service engineers remains stably high. Remote diagnostic technologies are advancing, requiring skills in remote maintenance areas.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Customer-oriented / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Field / Frequent Travel / Night/Emergency / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Service Engineer → Senior Service Engineer → Field Service Manager → Technical Support Department Leader → Solution Sales
Required Skills
Electrical Circuit Diagram Reading / Electrical Circuit Knowledge / Equipment Installation and Wiring Technology / PLC Control / Use of Tools and Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
IoT Remote Monitoring Technology / Reading English Technical Documents / Welding and Machine Processing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because site environments and work conditions are diverse, requiring adaptability. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To detect minute abnormalities and ensure safety. |
| Communication Skills | Because accurate communication with customers and technicians is necessary. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because learning new models and technologies is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because installing and carrying equipment requires physical strength. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to identify causes on-site and respond with quick repairs is essential. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because emergency trouble responses involve significant pressure. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it focuses more on practical measurements than advanced mathematical or quantitative analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Mechanical Maintenance Technician
- Second-Class Electrician
- Third-Class Electrical Chief Engineer
Aliases
- Field Service Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
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- Electrician
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