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Electrical Engineers

Also known as: Automation Engineer, Cable Engineer, Circuits Engineer, Controls Engineer, Design Engineer, Distribution Engineer, Distribution Field Engineer, District Plant Engineer, Division Engineer, Division Plant Engineer

Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma3%
Associate's Degree2%
Bachelor's Degree70%
Master's Degree1%
Doctoral/Professional Degree23%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None3%
3-6 months2%
6 months - 1 year6%
1-2 years37%
2-4 years16%
4-6 years4%
6-8 years13%
Over 10 years19%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None2%
Up to 1 month22%
1-3 months9%
3-6 months21%
6 months - 1 year13%
1-2 years13%
2-4 years9%
4-6 years10%
6-8 years1%

How AI Impacts Each Task

23 tasks analyzed

Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform engineering tasks.

Risk: 53.0%AI: 65Time: 10%

Prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements.

Risk: 81.2%AI: 80Time: 8%

Confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.

Risk: 23.0%AI: 20Time: 8%

Conduct field surveys or study maps, graphs, diagrams, or other data to identify and correct power system problems.

Risk: 45.0%AI: 45Time: 4%

Design, implement, maintain, or improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, or domestic purposes.

Risk: 47.0%AI: 50Time: 10%

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingPersistenceIntegrityDependabilityCooperationAchievement/EffortInitiativeAdaptability/FlexibilityStress ToleranceSelf ControlIndependence

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$111,910

per year

Mean Wage

$120,980

per year

Employment

189K

workers

Wage Range

$74,670 - $175,460

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$74,670Median: $111,910$175,460
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