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Electrical Engineering Technologists

Also known as: Design Tech, Distribution Engineering Technologist, Electrical Design Technologist, Electrical Engineering Technologist, Electrical Tech/Project Manager, Engineering Assistant, Engineering Tech, Engineering Technologist, Generation Engineering Technologist, Generation Technologist

Assist electrical engineers in such activities as process control, electrical power distribution, or instrumentation design. May prepare layouts of electrical transmission or distribution systems, supervise the flow of work, estimate project costs, or participate in research studies.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Some College9%
Associate's Degree26%
Bachelor's Degree51%
Doctoral/Professional Degree13%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None11%
1-2 years1%
2-4 years26%
4-6 years22%
6-8 years23%
8-10 years1%
Over 10 years16%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month23%
1-3 months21%
3-6 months22%
6 months - 1 year13%
1-2 years6%
2-4 years1%
4-6 years14%

How AI Impacts Each Task

20 tasks analyzed

Install or maintain electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, or electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, or programmable logic controllers.

Time: 10%

Design or modify engineering schematics for electrical transmission and distribution systems or for electrical installation in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Time: 10%

Diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electrical components, assemblies, or systems.

Time: 10%

Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.

Time: 6%

Supervise the construction or testing of electrical prototypes, according to general instructions and established standards.

Time: 5%

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingDependabilityAdaptability/FlexibilityInitiativeIntegritySelf ControlStress ToleranceIndependenceCooperationPersistenceAchievement/Effort

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$77,390

per year

Mean Wage

$79,740

per year

Employment

64K

workers

Wage Range

$47,010 - $114,630

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$47,010Median: $77,390$114,630
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