Ship Design Engineer
せんぱくせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that performs structural, strength, and performance calculations for ships to design safe and efficient vessels.
Description
Ship design engineers design hull shapes, structural members, engine arrangements, etc., based on customer requirements and regulations (such as SOLAS), create CAD models, conduct strength analyses (FEA), fluid analyses, and load and stability calculations. They collaborate with shipyards, classification societies, and material manufacturers to achieve optimal designs that ensure durability and safety. They incorporate feedback from tank tests and sea trials using prototype models into the design and iteratively refine the design considering regulatory compliance and cost-performance balance.
Future Outlook
With strengthening environmental regulations and increasing demand for LNG-fueled ships, demand for advanced ship design engineers will continue to increase. The introduction of digital twins and AI analysis is advancing, with expectations for efficiency improvements in the design process.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Work / In-House Development / Office Work / Team Projects
Career Path
Ship Design Assistant → Ship Design Engineer → Senior Ship Designer → Design Manager → Technical Department Head
Required Skills
CAD (Ship Design) / Fluid Dynamics Knowledge / Maritime Regulations / Strength of Materials / Structural Analysis
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / Analysis Software Operation / CFD Analysis / Project Management / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it requires mathematical analysis and design of complex structures and performance. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small errors in design directly affect safety. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced quantitative analysis such as load calculations and fluid analysis is essential. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to identify issues from analysis results and test data and improve them is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Examination
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
- Professional Engineer (Naval Architecture and Ocean Department)
Aliases
- Ship Designer
- Shipbuilding Design Engineer
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