Shipbuilding Engineer (Excluding Development Engineers)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Shipbuilding engineers (excluding development engineers) plan and manage manufacturing processes at shipyards, handle assembly, welding, outfitting, quality inspections, etc., and build and maintain ships safely and efficiently.
Description
Shipbuilding engineers (excluding development engineers) are technical roles primarily within shipyards that plan and oversee hull block construction, welding, piping, outfitting, painting, and quality inspections. They read blueprints and manage manufacturing processes while maintaining production that meets safety and quality standards. Collaborating with on-site workers and other departments, they adjust schedules, manage costs, troubleshoot issues, and handle responsibilities up to the delivery of the completed ship.
Future Outlook
Maintaining demand for high-value-added ships and adapting to smart shipbuilding (automation and digitalization) will be required, with challenges in securing skilled engineers and technology succession.
Personality Traits
Able to make quick situational judgments / Attentive to details / Cooperative / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Domestic Business Trips / Dry Dock Work / Long Hours Standing Work / On-site and Office Combined / Shift Work
Career Path
Shipbuilding Engineer (Junior) → Shipbuilding Engineer (Senior) → Production Technology Leader → Factory Manager / Line Manager → Technical Department Manager → Shipbuilding Company Executive
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / CAD Operation / Manufacturing Process Management / Quality Inspection (Non-Destructive Testing) / Safety Management / Welding Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Cost Management / Project Management (Schedule Management) / Quality Management (ISO9001) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small defects can lead to major accidents. |
| Planning & Organization | To coordinate multiple processes and meet deadlines. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for responding to troubles during manufacturing and improving defects. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because work is performed in collaboration with many occupations. |
Related Qualifications
- Aerial Work Platform Driving Skills
- Certified Welder
- First Class Pressure Vessel Manufacturing Supervisor
- Gas Welding Skills Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Ship Engineer
- Ship Manufacturing Engineer
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- Construction Management Engineer
- Equipment Maintenance Engineer
- Piping Engineer
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