Electrical Engineers
Code: 17-2071.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Circuits Engineer
Design Engineer
Electrical Controls Engineer
Electrical Design Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Project Engineer
Engineer
Instrumentation and Electrical Reliability Engineer (I&E Reliability Engineer)
Project Engineer
Test Engineer
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Design, implement, maintain, or improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, or domestic purposes.
- Oversee project production efforts to assure projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Direct or coordinate manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, or testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Analytical or scientific software
Minitab
The MathWorks MATLAB
Word processing software
Microsoft OneNote
Microsoft Word
Computer aided design CAD software
Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
Autodesk Revit
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
writing things for co-workers or customers
reading work related information
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it
Engineering and Technology
product and service development
computers and electronics
Arts and Humanities
English language
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
physics
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
manufacture and distribution of products
Verbal
communicate by writing
read and understand what is written
Ideas and Logic
make general rules or come up with answers from lots of detailed information
notice when problems happen
Math
choose the right type of math to solve a problem
add, subtract, multiply, or divide
Attention
pay attention to something without being distracted
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Innovation
Achievement Orientation
Intellectual Curiosity
Cautiousness
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Frequently Asked Questions About Electrical Engineers
Salaries for a Electrical Engineers vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Electrical Engineers in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Electrical Engineers include: Minitab, The MathWorks MATLAB, Microsoft OneNote, Microsoft Word, Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Revit. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Electrical Engineers is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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