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Careers / Electronics Engineers, Except Computer |
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| Summary Description |
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Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls. |
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| Sample Job Titles |
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Automation Engineer |
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Automotive Power Electronics Engineer |
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Central Office Equipment Engineer |
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Central Office Facilities Planning Engineer |
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Circuit Design Engineer |
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Circuit Designer |
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Commercial Engineer |
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Communications Engineer |
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Compatibility Test Engineer |
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Customer Equipment Engineer |
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Design Engineer |
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Dial Equipment Engineer |
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Electrical Design Engineer |
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Electrical Electronics Engineers |
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Electronic Parts Designer |
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Electronic System Engineer |
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Electronics Design Engineer |
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Electronics Engineer |
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Electronics Research Engineer |
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Electronics Test Engineer |
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Electrophonic Engineer |
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Engineering Manager |
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Equipment Engineer |
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Evaluation Engineer |
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Failure Analysis Technician |
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Guidance and Control System Engineer |
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Integrated Circuit Design Engineer (IC Design Engineer) |
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Microwave Engineer |
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Microwave Supervisor |
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Nanotechnologist |
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Outside Plant Cable Engineer |
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Outside Plant Engineer |
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Principal Engineer |
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Product Engineer |
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Radar Engineer |
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Radio Frequency Design Engineer (RF Design Engineer) |
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Radio Frequency Engineer (RF Engineer) |
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Research and Development Engineer (R&D Engineer) |
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Studio Operations Engineer-in-Charge |
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Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) |
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Systems Engineer |
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Telecommunication Engineer |
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Telecommunications Engineer |
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Test Engineer |
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Test Engineering Manager |
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Traffic Circuit Engineer |
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Transmission and Protection Engineer |
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Transmitter Engineer |
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| Job Tasks |
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Determine project material or equipment needs.
- Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects.
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Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.
- Create schematic drawings for electronics.
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Prepare documentation containing information such as confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, product development or introduction schedules, product costs, or information about product performance weaknesses.
- Document technical design details.
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Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
- Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.
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Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
- Design electronic or computer equipment or instrumentation.
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Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.
- Analyze design requirements for computer or electronics systems.
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Inspect electronic equipment, instruments, products, or systems to ensure conformance to specifications, safety standards, or applicable codes or regulations.
- Inspect finished products to locate flaws.
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Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
- Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
- Communicate technical information to suppliers, contractors, or regulatory agencies.
- Discuss designs or plans with clients.
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Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
- Operate computer systems.
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Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.
- Advise customers on the use of products or services.
- Provide technical guidance to other personnel.
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Prepare necessary criteria, procedures, reports, or plans for successful conduct of the project with consideration given to site preparation, facility validation, installation, quality assurance, or testing.
- Determine operational criteria or specifications.
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Plan or develop applications or modifications for electronic properties used in components, products, or systems to improve technical performance.
- Design electronic or computer equipment or instrumentation.
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Research or develop electronics technologies for use in electric-drive vehicles.
- Research design or application of green technologies.
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Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
- Direct industrial production activities.
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Prepare, review, or maintain maintenance schedules, design documentation, or operational reports or charts.
- Schedule operational activities.
- Document technical design details.
- Prepare operational reports.
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Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.
- Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
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Prepare budget or cost estimates for equipment, construction, or installation projects or control expenditures.
- Estimate operational costs.
- Prepare project budgets.
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Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.
- Test products for functionality or quality.
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Represent employer at conferences, meetings, boards, panels, committees, or working groups to present, explain, or defend findings or recommendations, negotiate compromises or agreements, or exchange information.
- Explain project details to the general public.
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Research or develop new green electronics technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.
- Research design or application of green technologies.
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Develop solar photovoltaic products, such as inverters or energy management systems.
- Design energy production or management equipment or systems.
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Investigate green consumer electronics applications for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.
- Research design or application of green technologies.
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| Work Activities |
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| Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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| Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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| Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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| Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment —
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used. |
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| Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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| Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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| Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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| Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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| Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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| Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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| Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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| Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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| Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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| Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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| Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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| Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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| Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment —
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. |
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| Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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| Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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| Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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| Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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| Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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| Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
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| Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
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| Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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| Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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| Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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| Monitoring and Controlling Resources —
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
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| Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
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| Interesting Fact |
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| The U.S. industry whose workers have the lowest unemployment rate is Government (2.8%). |
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