Woven Fabric Development Engineer
しょくふ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
Woven fabric development engineers use looms to prototype and evaluate various fabrics, improving material properties and functionality in a research and development role.
Description
Woven fabric development engineers use new materials and functional fibers, perform prototype weaving through loom settings and weave design, and evaluate and optimize fiber strength, appearance, comfort, etc. They utilize fiber raw material property evaluations and testing methods to develop sustainable materials and high-performance materials, and improve product commercialization processes. They collaborate with designers, manufacturing departments, and suppliers, handling proposals for fabric structures considering cost and productivity through to mass production transition.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for high-performance materials and sustainable fiber development, demand for woven fabric development engineers is steadily increasing. Particularly, needs are expected to grow in fields such as automotive interiors, medical applications, and environmentally considerate materials.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / High concentration / Logical thinker / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Collaborative Research / Domestic Travel / In-house Lab / Manufacturer Technical Role / Project-based
Career Path
R&D Staff → Senior Technical Engineer → Project Leader → Manufacturing Department Manager → Technical Development Department Manager
Required Skills
Fiber Material Evaluation / Loom Operation / Prototype Weaving / Quality Inspection (Appearance/Strength) / Weave Design
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading / Heteromaterial Bonding Technology / Materials Mechanics / Statistical Analysis / Textile CAD
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle differences in weaving structures affect quality and performance. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because continuous acquisition of new materials and advanced fiber technologies is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to solve defects or performance issues arising in the weaving process is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Experimental work and loom operation involve prolonged standing, but intense physical labor is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Textile Product Quality Manager
Aliases
- Fabric Development Engineer
- Textile Engineer
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