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Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
Energy & Utilities
Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
Energy & Utilities Industry
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Contact an Advisor for more information on this career!Electrical Engineers
Average
$99,830
ANNUAL
$48.00
HOURLY
Entry Level
$59,630
ANNUAL
$28.67
HOURLY
Mid Level
$97,090
ANNUAL
$46.68
HOURLY
Expert Level
$154,250
ANNUAL
$74.16
HOURLY
Electrical Engineers
7,200
Projected job openings through 2030
Electrical Engineers
Job Titles
Entry Level
JOB TITLE
Junior Engineer
Mid Level
JOB TITLE
Intermediate Engineer
Expert Level
JOB TITLE
Senior Engineer or Manager/Senior Partner
Supporting Programs
Electrical Engineers
Electrical Engineers
01
Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform engineering tasks.
02
Prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements.
03
Confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.
04
Design, implement, maintain, or improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, or domestic purposes.
05
Direct or coordinate manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, or testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements.
06
Compile data and write reports regarding existing or potential electrical engineering studies or projects.
07
Perform detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction, or installation standards or specifications.
08
Conduct field surveys or study maps, graphs, diagrams, or other data to identify and correct power system problems.
09
Investigate customer or public complaints to determine the nature and extent of problems.
10
Oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Electrical Engineers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Design
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Writing
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Category Flexibility
Energy & Utilities
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