Career Details

Electrical Engineers

Design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, or power generation equipment. Also, design the electrical systems of automobiles and aircraft.

What You’ll Do

Design new ways to use electrical power to develop or improve products
Direct manufacturing, installing, and testing of equipment to ensure that products meet specifications
Investigate complaints from customers or the public, evaluate problems, and recommend solutions
Work with project managers on production efforts to ensure that projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget

Abilities You’ll Need

Attention Span,Categorization,Comprehension,Dependability,Mathematical Reasoning,Originality,Problem Recognition,Problem Solving,Reasoning

Knowledge You’ll Gain

Computers and Electronics,Design,Education and Training,Engineering and Technology,Mathematics,Physics,Production and Processing

What You’ll Earn

Average: $84,070.00

Range

High: $125,950.00

Low : $56,250.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

4-year Bachelors Degree

Skills

Communication,Critical Thinking,Dependability,Math Skills,Monitoring,Problem Solving,Systems Evaluation,Teamwork,Time Management

Technology

Adobe Creative Suite,C++,Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software,Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software,Computers,Linux,UNIX