Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Electrical engineering technologists help electrical engineers design and develop electrical power and distribution systems and instrumentation. They create layouts of electrical distribution or transmission systems. They also oversee the work flow, ensuring work is done according to regulations and that deadlines are met. Technologists perform tests on electrical equipment and systems, record data, and prepare project schedules and budgets. They work closely with electrical engineers and other technologists on such things as computer systems, broadcast and communications systems, MP3 players, and GPS devices.
Minimum Education Level
Associate's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
Little Change or More Slowly than the AveragePersonality Traits
Conventional
Scientific
Technical
Career Ladder
Chief Electrical Engineering Technologist or Consultant
Senior Electrical Engineering Technologist
Electrical Engineering Technologist
Associate Electrical Engineering Technologist
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