Telephone Design Engineer
でんわきせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job that designs and evaluates hardware and embedded software for telephones. Utilizes analog/digital circuits and signal processing technologies to turn functional specifications into products.
Description
Telephone design engineers design analog and digital circuits, select components, perform PCB layouts using CAD tools, develop embedded software, conduct EMC evaluations and reliability tests, and ensure product performance and quality. They are involved in a wide range of processes from requirements definition to mass production startup and standards certification compliance, realizing new functions and cost reductions through technical verification and improvement proposals. Collaboration with hardware/software engineers and production technology departments in a team is essential.
Future Outlook
With the spread of IoT and VoIP technology, demand for IP phones and smart devices is expanding. The need for design engineers handling new technologies such as power saving and AI call functions is expected to increase steadily.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Good team player / Meticulous and methodical
Work Style
Contract Development / Flexitime / In-house Development / Partial Remote Work Possible / Team Development
Career Path
Junior Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Project Leader → Technical Department Manager → Head of Technical Division
Required Skills
Analog/Digital Circuit Design / CAD Tools / Circuit Design / Electromagnetic Compatibility Evaluation / Embedded Software Development (C/C++) / PCB Design / Signal Processing
Recommended Skills
DSP Programming / FPGA Design / Mechanical Design / Thermal Design / VoIP Protocol Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is important for considering circuit specifications and signal characteristics. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute errors in circuit design can lead to malfunctions. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous acquisition of new communication standards and component technologies is necessary. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative understanding of circuit analysis and signal characteristics is required. |
| Problem Solving | Required for analyzing prototype malfunctions and making improvements based on evaluation results. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Engineer Exam
- Professional Engineer (Electrical and Electronics Division)
- Telecommunications Chief Engineer
Aliases
- Telephone Equipment Design Engineer
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