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Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

SOC 17-2072.00

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.

Green Occupation Zone 4 Architecture and Engineering

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Critical Thinking

4.0

Complex Problem Solving

4.0

Writing

3.8

Speaking

3.8

Systems Analysis

3.8

Active Listening

3.6

Monitoring

3.5

Knowledge Areas 8

Engineering and Technology

4.9

Computers and Electronics

4.7

Mathematics

4.1

Design

4.0

Physics

3.5

English Language

3.3

Production and Processing

3.3

Mechanical

3.2

Key Tasks

1Determine project material or equipment needs.

2Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.

3Prepare 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.

4Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.

5Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.

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