Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technologists & Technicians
Code: 17-3023.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
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.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Communication Technician (Communication Tech)
Communications Technologist
Electrical Engineering Technician (Electrical Engineering Tech)
Electrical Technician (Electrical Tech)
Electronic Engineering Technician (Electronic Engineering Tech)
Electronic Technician (Electronic Tech)
Electronics Engineering Technician
Electronics Technician
Relay Technician (Relay Tech)
System Technologist
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Analytical or scientific software
The MathWorks MATLAB
Wolfram Research Mathematica
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Computer aided design CAD software
Autodesk Revit
Bentley MicroStation
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
reading work related information
thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
People and Technology Systems
measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it
figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve 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
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
manufacture and distribution of products
Verbal
listen and understand what people say
read and understand what is written
Ideas and Logic
use rules to solve problems
notice when problems happen
Hand and Finger Use
keep your arm or hand steady
put together small parts with your fingers
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Cautiousness
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Intellectual Curiosity
Integrity
Perseverance
Frequently Asked Questions About Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technologists & Technicians
Salaries for a Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technologists & Technicians vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technologists & Technicians 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 & Electronic Engineering Technologists & Technicians include: The MathWorks MATLAB, Wolfram Research Mathematica, Microsoft PowerPoint, Autodesk Revit, Bentley MicroStation. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technologists & Technicians professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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