Service Engineer (Industrial Instrument Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical role responsible for installation, adjustment, inspection, calibration, and repair of industrial measuring instruments, ensuring accurate operation through maintenance management.
Description
Service Engineers (Industrial Instrument Manufacturing) are responsible for installing, adjusting, calibrating, periodically inspecting, diagnosing faults, and repairing measuring instruments such as flow meters, pressure gauges, and temperature sensors at customer sites like factories and plants. They perform instrument configuration changes and operational tests, record and report data, and may also confirm specifications with customers or propose improvements. Knowledge of products from various instrument manufacturers, as well as basic knowledge of electrical/electronics, mechanics, and piping, is required. Depending on the site, work may involve high-altitude operations, outdoor work, or emergency responses.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of IoT and Industry 4.0, demand for remote monitoring and predictive maintenance is increasing, and instrumentation services are expected to advance and digitize.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Excellent Communication Skills / Problem-Solving Oriented / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Direct to/from Work / Flexitime / Shift Work
Career Path
Field Service Engineer → Senior Service Engineer → Technical Specialist → Service Manager → Product Manager
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Electrical and Electronic Circuits / Measuring Instrument Calibration Technology / Mechanical Processing and Piping / Troubleshooting
Recommended Skills
Communication Protocols / English Technical Document Reading Ability / Maintenance Management System (EAM) / PLC and Control Systems
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Work environments vary by site, requiring flexible responses. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Even minor adjustment errors directly lead to measurement inaccuracies. |
| Communication Skills | Required for customer negotiations and requirements gathering. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to acquire knowledge of diverse instruments and new technologies. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is needed to carry instruments and tools during on-site work. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for identifying causes when instrument issues occur. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Most work follows prescribed procedures and standards. |
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Aliases
- Field Service Engineer
- Instrumentation Engineer
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