Occupation Details
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.
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Realistic
Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Investigative
Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Conventional
Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
Work Values
Working Conditions
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
Support
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Independence
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$45,190.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$63,950.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$83,140.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
5,170
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
5,580
+41 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
533
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.1%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
College Helps - Some college classes or training
Experience Requirements
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Education Requirements
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, desktop publishers, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters and simultaneous captioners, and medical assistants.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Apprenticeship
Contact your regional representative to learn more about apprenticeships available in your area by visiting Apprenticeship Contacts.
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Independence
Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Stress Tolerance
Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Adjustable wrenches
- Alternating current AC generators
- Ammeters
- Analog current meters
- Analog multimeters
- Anti-static heel grounders
- Bench lathes
- Binocular light compound microscopes
- Brushless direct current DC motors
- Computerized numerical control CNC machining centers
- Current probes
- Dataloggers
- Desktop computers
- Desoldering stations
- Digital cameras
- Digital logic analyzers
- Digital multimeters
- Digital plotters
- Digital voltmeters DVM
- Direct current DC potentiometers
- Dual power supplies
- Dynamometers
- Frequency counters
- Function generators
- Harmonic analyzers
- Impedance meters
- Inductance capacitance resistance LCR meters
- Laptop computers
- Laser printers
Technology
- AVEVA InTouch HMI
- Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Systems Adobe ActionScript
- Agilent Advanced Design System ADS
- Altera Quartus II
- Altium Designer
- Anadigm Designer2 EDA
- Analog Devices VisualDSP++
- Ansys Fluent
- Autodesk Revit
- BSVC
- Bentley MicroStation
- Bentley Systems ProjectWise
- C
- C++
- CST Microwave Studio
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- maintain or repair work tools or equipment
- develop plans for programs or projects
- develop plans for programs or projects
- prepare technical reports or related documentation
- prepare technical reports or related documentation
- fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
- fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
- use electronic calibration devices
- use precision measuring tools or equipment
- use precision measuring tools or equipment
- operate precision test equipment
- operate precision test equipment
- solder electrical or electronic connections or components
- solder electrical or electronic connections or components
- use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
- use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
- use hand or power tools
- set up and operate variety of machine tools
- use oscilloscopes in electronics repair
- communicate technical information
- communicate technical information
- confer with vendors
- estimate cost for engineering projects
- draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale
- draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale
- calculate engineering specifications
- calculate engineering specifications
- evaluate engineering data
- evaluate engineering data
- analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
- analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
- analyze test data
- analyze test data
- analyze engineering test data
- analyze engineering test data
- calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
- calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
- install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
- install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
- modify electrical or electronic equipment or products
- modify electrical or electronic equipment or products
- repair computer controlled manufacturing systems
- repair computer controlled manufacturing systems
- install, maintain, or repair electronics manufacturing equipment
- install, maintain, or repair electronics manufacturing equipment
- test equipment as part of engineering projects or processes
- test equipment as part of engineering projects or processes
- troubleshoot electronics manufacturing equipment
- troubleshoot electronics manufacturing equipment
- install electronic equipment, components, or systems
- install electronic equipment, components, or systems
- repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment
- repair electronic components, equipment, or systems
- repair electronic components, equipment, or systems
- understand detailed electronic design specifications
- understand detailed electronic design specifications
- understand engineering data or reports
- understand engineering data or reports
- understand technical information for electronic repair work
- understand technical information for electronic repair work
- understand service or repair manuals
- understand service or repair manuals
- understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
- understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
- inspect manufactured products or materials
- use computer networking technology
- use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques
- use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques
- use hazardous materials information
- use scientific research methodology
- use scientific research methodology
- use technical information in manufacturing or industrial activities
- use technical information in manufacturing or industrial activities
- use technical regulations for engineering problems
- use technical regulations for engineering problems
- follow manufacturing methods or techniques
- follow manufacturing methods or techniques
- use knowledge of laser technology
- use machining operations with semiconductor chip forming technology
- use robotics systems technology
- use robotics systems technology
- follow statistical process control procedures
- follow statistical process control procedures
- use knowledge of metric system
- use knowledge of metric system
- inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
- inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
- examine engineering documents for completeness or accuracy
- confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel
- confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel
- read blueprints
- read blueprints
- read manufacturing outlines for electronic products
- read manufacturing outlines for electronic products
- read schematics
- read schematics
- read technical drawings
- read technical drawings
- resolve engineering or science problems
- program computers for electronic engineering applications
- use computer aided drafting or design software for design, drafting, modeling, or other engineering tasks
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable or nonsustainable designs.
- Construct and evaluate electrical components for consumer electronics applications such as fuel cells for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.
- Participate in the development or testing of electrical aspects of new green technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, and energy efficient televisions.
- Review, develop, or prepare maintenance standards.
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
- Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
- Install or maintain electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, or electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, or programmable logic controllers.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
- 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.
- Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
- Interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.
- Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
- Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.
- Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Select electronics equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.
- Calculate design specifications or cost, material, and resource estimates, and prepare project schedules and budgets.
- Educate equipment operators on the proper use of equipment.
- Supervise the installation or operation of electronic equipment or systems.
- Compile and maintain records documenting engineering schematics, installed equipment, installation or operational problems, resources used, repairs, or corrective action performed.
- Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, or systems to correct functional deviations.
- Integrate software or hardware components, using computer, microprocessor, or control architecture.
- Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
- Participate in training or continuing education activities to stay abreast of engineering or industry advances.
- Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.
- Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.
- Specify, coordinate, or conduct quality control or quality assurance programs or procedures.
- Produce electronics drawings or other graphics representing industrial control, instrumentation, sensors, or analog or digital telecommunications networks, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
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Learning can be fun! The LEGO Robotics Engineering Academy will provide an opportunity for youngsters to merge their interest in LEGOs with their technological life styles. Participants will use the LEGO Mindstorms technology to design, construct and program robotic solutions to complex engineering challenges.
Learn MoreSummer at RPI: VEX Robotics Engineering Academy
Participants will work in teams to create a VEX robot that will be able to complete a challenge course. During this experience, students will learn to manipulate robots with both remote control and computer programming. Robots will be constructed by assembling a combination of mechanical components, basic electronics and sensors.
Learn MoreSummerIT: Robotics
For Middle School students and teachers - Programming LegoBots to engage in a themed scenario with group problem-solving challenges at every stage of development.
Learn MoreSummerITeens:Professional Development Opportunities
SummerITeens Professional Development Opportunities for area educators include Energy and Nanotechnology Camp and Math and Science Institutes for grades K12.
Learn MoreTeachEngineering Resources for K12
Engineering is all around us. TeachEngineering Resources for K12 uses engineering as a vehicle to integrate math and science fundamentals. All lesson plans are based upon age-appropriate national and state science, technology, mathematics and engineering educational standards.
Learn MoreTech Prep, A National Secondary Program for High School Students
Tech Prep provides students with contextual hands on learning in a nonduplicative course of study focused on career and technical education.Tech Prep also creates a seamless course of study that aligns high school and college coursework.
Learn MoreTech Prep: National Program Secondary Programs for High School Students
Tech Prep provides students with contextual "hands-on" learning in a non-duplicative course of study focused on career and technical education.Tech Prep also creates a seamless course of study that aligns high school and college coursework.
Learn MoreTech-Interns, The Source for Undergraduate and Graduate Science and Engineering Internships
This site is an online clearinghouse for information regarding extra-curricular study and employment in technical and science fields. The features of this site include not only a search engine for internship and co-op opportunities, but also links to many other helpful websites on internships, post-graduate employment, scholarships, and financial aid.
Learn MoreTechXplore:A 21st Century Approach to Science and Technology Learning
TechXplore is a high impact education program and competition that connects teams of students with technology professionals from electronics, telecommunications, and high tech companies to explore the world of technology. Student teams conduct their research in accordance with project guidelines. Once the research process is complete, each student team creates a Web site to present their results which often include a concept for a new technology application or new product.
Learn MoreTryEngineering.org
This resource for students,ages 8 to18, their parents, their teachers and their school counselors will find this portal about engineering and engineering careers, to be helpful for young people to better understand what engineering means, and how an engineering career can be made part of their future.
Learn MoreU.S. Army Corps of Engineers New York District
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New York District is made up of approximately 34,600 Civilian and 650 military members. The military and civilian engineers, scientists and other specialists work hand in hand as leaders in engineering and environmental matters and provide quality, responsive engineering services to the country.
Learn MoreU.S. Space & Rocket Center Space Academy
Trainees who want to be Astronauts must learn to think like astronauts and the Space Academy Programs are designed to do just that! Participants have three fields of specialized study (or track options) to choose from: Aviation, Space, and Robotics.
Learn MoreUS Space and Rocket Center Space Camp
Space Camp uses space to excite and educate children ages 9 to 11 in the fields of math, science and technology. Multi-Axis trainer, 5-Degrees of Freedom Chair, 1/6th Gravity Chair and the Manned Maneuvering Unit are a few of the experiences awaiting you!
Learn MoreUnion College Robot Camp 2007
Create a working robot! Build your own programmable robot to keep.
Learn MoreWhat Do You Like?
What Do You Like provides introductory career information for students in Grades 4-8. The occupations on the site are categorized according to interests and hobbies common among students. Math, science and technology are included.
Learn MoreWhat Interests You?
What Interests You provides introductory career information for students in Grades 4-8. The occupations on the site are categorized according to interests and hobbies common among students. Math, science and technology are included.
Learn MoreWomen in Engineering Day
The day is designed to expose students to a possible career in engineering. The Day includes conversations with female engineers and current engineering technology faculty, engineering technology displays and related activities.
Learn MoreWomen in Engineering Day
The day is designed to expose students to a possible career in engineering. "Women in Engineering Day" will include conversations with female engineers and current engineering technology faculty, engineering technology displays and related activities.
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