Stage Equipment Design Engineer (Electrical Decoration Works)
ぶたいせつびせっけいぎじゅつしゃ（でんきそうしょくこうじ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that designs electrical decorations and lighting for stage equipment in concerts, plays, etc., and creates wiring diagrams and decoration plans.
Description
Stage Equipment Design Engineers (Electrical Decoration Works) handle the layout and wiring plans for lighting and electrical decoration equipment used in performances such as plays and concerts, and create equipment drawings and electrical wiring diagrams. They coordinate with artistic directors and stage directors to perform designs that balance aesthetics and safety. They use CAD to create 2D/3D drawings, select equipment, calculate power capacity, and verify compliance with safety standards and regulations. They also handle on-site measurements, installation supervision, test adjustments, operation manual creation, emergency troubleshooting, and maintenance instructions.
Future Outlook
With the growing demand for entertainment and advancements in LED and smart lighting technologies, demand for stage lighting and electrical decoration design engineers will remain stable, and adaptability to technological innovations will determine market value.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Excellent aesthetic sense / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Design Engineer → Stage Equipment Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Project Manager → Technical Department Leader
Required Skills
CAD / Electrical Equipment Regulations Knowledge / Electrical Wiring Design / Lighting Design / Safety Standards
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / English Document Reading / Lighting Equipment Operation / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To translate complex requirements into specific design drawings. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in wiring diagrams or oversights in safety standards can lead to accidents. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To propose creative lighting performances and decoration plans. |
| Problem Solving | To resolve troubles during performances immediately. |
| Stress Tolerance | To cope with time constraints on the day of the performance and sudden troubles. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician
- Second-Class Electrician
Aliases
- Stage Electrical Design Engineer
- Stage Lighting Designer
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