Electrical Engineer designs develops tests and manages the production of electrical systems and equipment. They apply principles of electricity electronics and electromagnetism to create new products and systems ensuring they meet safety standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and Development:
Electrical engineers design develop and test electrical components systems and equipment.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance:
They troubleshoot electrical systems perform maintenance and ensure systems are operating correctly.
Safety and Compliance:
They ensure electrical systems comply with safety standards and regulations.
Research and Innovation:
They conduct research and development to create new applications and improvements for existing systems.
Project Management:
They may manage projects collaborate with other engineers and supervise technicians.
System Design:
They design and develop electrical systems for buildings transportation and power distribution.
Manufacturing and Production:
They oversee the manufacturing of electrical equipment ensuring it meets design specifications and quality standards.
Examples of Electrical Engineering Roles:
Circuit Design: Designing circuits for smartphones computers and other electronic devices.
Power Systems: Developing power systems for buildings cities and industrial facilities.
Communication Systems: Designing and maintaining communication systems including wireless networks.
Automotive and Aerospace: Designing electrical systems for vehicles and aircraft.
Renewable Energy: Working on renewable energy technologies such as solar and wind power.
Proven experience as an electrician. Experience in industrial and/or commercial electrical systems. Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, voltmeter etc.) ... Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations and guidelines
Education
ITI