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Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

Also known as: Automation Engineer, Automotive Power Electronics Engineer, Central Office Equipment Engineer, Central Office Facilities Planning Engineer, Circuit Design Engineer, Circuit Designer, Commercial Engineer, Communications Engineer, Compatibility Test Engineer, Customer Equipment Engineer

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.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Some College17%
Associate's Degree15%
Bachelor's Degree57%
Doctoral/Professional Degree1%
Level 119%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None1%
6 months - 1 year9%
1-2 years35%
2-4 years24%
4-6 years13%
6-8 years12%
Over 10 years6%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month26%
1-3 months18%
3-6 months2%
6 months - 1 year28%
1-2 years5%
2-4 years14%
4-6 years7%

How AI Impacts Each Task

22 tasks analyzed

Determine project material or equipment needs.

Risk: 51.0%AI: 60Time: 4%

Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.

Risk: 51.0%AI: 60Time: 5%

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.

Risk: 83.2%AI: 85Time: 5%

Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.

Risk: 49.0%AI: 55Time: 6%

Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.

Risk: 49.0%AI: 55Time: 10%

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailDependabilityAnalytical ThinkingCooperationAdaptability/FlexibilityInitiativeIntegrityInnovationIndependenceAchievement/EffortPersistenceSelf Control

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$127,590

per year

Mean Wage

$132,500

per year

Employment

94K

workers

Wage Range

$79,390 - $199,060

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$79,390Median: $127,590$199,060
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