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“Flexible, great workplace, great environment”You can feel yourself growing every day.
Civil and Architectural Design Engineer | Joined in 2020 - Saw Soe Wai Htoo
I work on structural design, equipment foundation design, and drafting for civil and architectural designs in domestic and international plant projects.
Q1.What motivated you to join the company?
I wanted to gain various experiences as a designer to achieve my goal of "establishing my own design company."
Q2.Could you briefly describe your career path after joining?
1st year: Gained experience in drafting and design calculations.
2nd year: Took on small items, handled 3D modeling, structural design, and managed calculations for drawings and submissions.
3rd year: As the equipment foundation lead on domestic projects, coordinated with partner companies, checked drawings and calculations, and provided feedback.
4th year: Serving as a project sub-leader, handling schedule management, answering queries, instructing team members, and reviewing and commenting on submissions. Additionally, I manage email communication with subcontractors and partner companies, and submit documents to clients.
Q3.What are your current responsibilities, and what do you find fulfilling about your work?
I find it rewarding when an item I'm in charge of is completed successfully, and when my supervisor trusts me enough to assign me a project.
Q4.What do you think are the strengths and attractions of Commonwealth Engineers?
The company provides an environment conducive to self-improvement. Since joining, I've seen a complete transformation in myself over the past four years, becoming more confident and developing leadership skills.
Q5.How would you describe the company atmosphere?
It's a friendly and supportive environment. Supervisors seriously address any questions we may have. I have good relationships with my colleagues, and since there are also international employees, it's a global experience.
Q6.How have you grown since joining the company?
The company provided me with learning opportunities, such as attending a STAADpro 3D modeling course. Since joining, I've developed skills in 3D modeling, schedule management, communication, project management, and design knowledge.
Q7.Do you have a message for job seekers?
Commonwealth Engineers is a company that trains strong designers.
You can grow here.
look forward to working with you.
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“A company that encourages taking on new challenges with supportive colleagues”
Architectural Design (Architectural Drawing Creation & Compliance Check), Structural Design (Structural Drawing Creation & Member Evaluation), Engineer | Joined in 2022 - Daiki Naito
Main responsibilities include reviewing completed drawings, schedule management, and management tasks.
Q1.What motivated you to join the company?
I wanted to learn structural design while maintaining a good work-life balance. At Commonwealth Engineers, work hours are from 9 AM to 5 PM, with weekends and holidays off, so I can also allocate time for studying qualifications.
Q2.Could you briefly describe your career path after joining?
1st year: Focused mainly on learning how to draft and conduct compliance checks.
2nd year: Applied what I learned in the first year to work on design management at project sites.
3rd year: Started leading my own team, gaining more experience in management.
Q3.What are your future goals?
In around five years, I plan to be stationed in the U.S. Alongside my work studies, I hope to continue learning English and growing. By the eighth year, I aim to be entrusted with managing a major project independently.
Q4.What do you think are the strengths and attractions of Commonwealth Engineers?
The company is open to new ideas, with supervisors who encourage us to take on new challenges. It's a place where you can develop by challenging yourself.
Q5.How would you describe the company atmosphere?
With a younger workforce, there's a refreshing lack of the traditional hierarchical environment, making communication easy. It feels barrier-free. Additionally, there are many foreign nationals, so both Japanese and English are commonly spoken. It's refreshing to be in an environment where English is used naturally, allowing me to learn it gradually through conversation.
Q6.How have you grown since joining the company?
Although I studied architectural design in college, I had no knowledge of structural calculations. Through my work here, I've gained experience in structural calculations and have had many opportunities to actively apply what I've learned, which has contributed to my growth.
Q7.Do you have a message for job seekers?
This is a perfect company for those who want to actively communicate and are eager to learn various things. While there are times when overtime is required, we’re encouraged to leave on time and can easily take paid leave, so a work-life balance is achievable.
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"Supervisors and seniors who are there to teach you what you don't know"
Drafting, Calculation Report Preparation, Engineer | Joined in 2024 - Kounosuke Ishikawa
My role involves performing calculations to check for any design issues, selecting necessary components, and estimating costs.
Q1.What motivated you to join the company?
I was recommended by my university professor and applied with interest.
Q2.Could you briefly describe your career path after joining?
1st year: After attending training, I started gaining practical experience through actual projects.
Q3.What are your current responsibilities, and what do you find fulfilling about your work?
In structural calculation tasks, I feel a strong sense of accomplishment and personal growth whenever I master aspects that I previously struggled with.
Q4.What do you think are the strengths and attractions of Commonwealth Engineers?
The company allows individuals to complete everything from calculations to design independently, making it a very fulfilling workplace. Additionally, with our international connections, the work is highly attractive for those who want to deepen their knowledge of architecture and aspire to work abroad.
Q5.How would you describe the company atmosphere?
I think it has a well-balanced atmosphere. After working here for seven months, I've noticed there is a clear distinction between focused work time and time to relax, creating a good work-life balance.
Q6.How have you grown since joining the company?
I've learned a great deal about structural calculations. Most of my work involves calculations, so I can apply my knowledge directly in my daily tasks. The company also provides support, such as opportunities to attend training sessions hosted by plant engineering firms.
Q7.Do you have a message for job seekers?
There are supervisors and senior colleagues nearby who are always willing to teach what you don't know. Even during busy times, they will patiently answer questions. Additionally, there are supervisors who are approachable outside of work for any consultations, even on topics that might be difficult to discuss in a work setting.
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