How to become a competent designer
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I have been working in chemical engineering design for about 4 or 5 years, and I’ve noticed that when it comes to actual construction, changes often occur in the design drawings. These changes can be due to insufficient consideration, the influence of civil engineering structures, or issues related to operational convenience – there are many reasons. So, what qualities do you think are necessary to be a competent designer?
A serious and responsible attitude is the most important in design; there’s no harm in making changes to designs, and if something can’t be done perfectly, one should strive to do it as well as possible.
It’s normal~~~ Making changes on-site should be avoided as much as possible; go to the site more often during the design phase
By approaching everything with a problem-solving mindset and working in a rigorous and scientific manner, one can become a good designer.
To design more effectively, it is essential to have experience in chemical production management; this allows for the integration of theory with practice, resulting in designs that are easier to operate and maintain, and thus require fewer modifications.
To become an excellent designer, one must first have a serious attitude and solid theoretical knowledge. It is also necessary to spend time on site, combining theory and standards with real-world conditions. Additionally, communication skills are important; if one can achieve all these things, then they can be considered an excellent design project manager.
One should be quick to learn and not shy from asking those beneath them for help; moreover, a sense of responsibility is essential, as creating good designs is a gradual process
It can be said that there are two aspects: technically, there is content related to this specialty as well as related specialties, and theory needs to be combined with practice； In terms of coordination, a project involves many different specialties, and within each specialty there are also numerous colleagues. When working together, it is necessary to coordinate with one another, and regular communication is also required with those from other specialties in order to avoid mistakes caused by poor communication.
Failure is the mother of success; the more you do and the more you see, you will become competent over time.
As a process designer, one must first have a thorough understanding of the process before presenting design requirements to various specialties; only in this way can reasonable design conditions be established, allowing the designer to play a leading role in guiding other specialties in completing the design tasks. Additionally, it is necessary to ensure that all relevant departments are aware of the process flow and other related details; this helps everyone work together to solve technical problems, as design is a systematic endeavor. In fields such as instrumentation, he can optimize the design parameters you specify ； The piping specialty can make the layout of pipes and valves more rational.
Possess on-site experience, be familiar with design specifications, understand the purpose of design, know design methods, be aware of the design content and scope of other specialties, have good communication skills with various specialties, possess good work habits and the necessary professional ethics, etc.
I usually first seek input from all parties, then create a draft and produce a simple 3D view for their feedback, including that from front-line employees; after gathering all the opinions, I present it to my supervisors for their comments. This way, there are far fewer modifications needed.
Some experience in chemical engineering practice, or on-site experience, is necessary; otherwise it’s just working in isolation
Poor us; none of us have the chance to be on site – we’re all working in isolation. . . .
You have only been working in design for 4-5 years, so it’s normal to make inadequate design decisions. The key is to have experienced engineers help you review and check your work. Coupled with your willingness to learn, ask questions, go to the sites frequently, and study relevant materials, it generally takes about 10 years to become a competent designer. :lol
One needs production experience, theoretical guidance, as well as good written and verbal communication skills; it is also advisable to consult with professionals from other fields.
Work harder, think more and ask more questions, read more books, and seek advice from senior colleagues: lol
Go to the site to learn*, and you’ll improve quickly this way. Then ask the experienced colleagues for the necessary information; otherwise, one is just working in vain. Designing follows a master-apprentice model, which is the fastest way to improve skills