Structural Ceramics Development Engineer
こうぞうようセラミックスかいはつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Other Development Engineers
Summary
A technical position responsible for composition design, process development, and performance evaluation of structural ceramics, aiming for the practical application of high-performance materials.
Description
Structural ceramics development engineers develop and put into practical use high-performance ceramic materials used in fields such as aerospace, automotive, and energy. They optimize raw material powder formulations, control sintering processes, evaluate mechanical and thermal properties, analyze microstructures, and handle scale-up for mass production as well as cost and quality management. They collaborate with universities, research institutions, manufacturing departments, and customers to bring reliable products to market.
Future Outlook
With the expanding demand for high-performance materials in environmental and energy fields as well as next-generation transportation equipment, the need for high-temperature and high-durability ceramics development engineers is expected to increase steadily.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Good at logical thinking / Has curiosity or inquisitiveness
Work Style
In-House Product Development / Industry-Academia Collaboration Projects / Laboratory Work / Team Development
Career Path
Researcher → Development Team Leader → Project Manager → Department Manager → Chief Technology Officer
Required Skills
Ceramics Materials Science / Materials Properties Evaluation / Microstructure Observation / Powder Metallurgy / Sintering Process Control / X-ray Diffraction Analysis
Recommended Skills
CAD/CAM Design / CAE (Thermal Structural Analysis) / Chemical Analysis / English Paper Reading / Heat Resistance Testing Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The ability to logically analyze the causal relationships of material behavior is essential. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because variations in trace components greatly affect properties. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continuously acquire knowledge of new materials and technologies. |
| Problem Solving | Frequent requirements for investigating causes of product defects or process abnormalities and devising countermeasures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly indoor work in laboratories or labs. |
Aliases
- Ceramic Materials Development Engineer
- Inorganic Materials Development Engineer
- Structural Ceramic Engineer
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