Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians

At a Glance

Median Salary
$75,261

Local Jobs
117

Entry-Level Education
Associate's Degree

Occupation Profile

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.

By The Numbers

Median Annual Earnings

$75,261

Median Annual Earnings are the midpoint earned by 50 percent of workers who are the lowest paid and 50 percent of workers who are the highest paid in a particular occupation

Local Jobs

117

Jobs are any position in which a worker provides labor in exchange for monetary compensation (note: one individual may hold multiple jobs)

Entry-Level Education

Associate's Degree

This is the most common education level requested in entry-level job listings.

Daily Tasks

Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.
Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.
Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
Select electronics equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.
Calculate design specifications or cost, material, and resource estimates, and prepare project schedules and budgets.
Educate equipment operators on the proper use of equipment.
Supervise the installation or operation of electronic equipment or systems.
Compile and maintain records documenting engineering schematics, installed equipment, installation or operational problems, resources used, repairs, or corrective action performed.
Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, or systems to correct functional deviations.
Integrate software or hardware components, using computer, microprocessor, or control architecture.
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
Participate in training or continuing education activities to stay abreast of engineering or industry advances.
Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.
Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.
Specify, coordinate, or conduct quality control or quality assurance programs or procedures.
Produce electronics drawings or other graphics representing industrial control, instrumentation, sensors, or analog or digital telecommunications networks, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Occupational Skills

What skills are necessary for Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technicians (Instrumentation)?

Hard Skills

Automation
Control Systems
Electrical Equipment
Electrical Wiring
Electronics
Hydraulics
Instrumentation
Low Voltage
Preventive Maintenance
Programmable Logic Controllers

Soft Skills

Communications
Computer Literacy
Good Driving Record
Lifting Ability
Management
Mathematics
Operations
Planning
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Valid Driver's License

Hard skills are specific, learnable, measurable, often industry- or occupation-specific abilities related to a position.

Soft skills can be self-taught and usually do not necessitate a certain completed level of education. They are essential in many industries and occupations.

Education Programs

Del Mar College

Lineman

Michelle Avalos

Del Mar College

361-698-2445

aavalos4@delmar.edu

Program Type	Credential Type	Level	Required Hours	Online	Finanical Aid
CTE	CE		359	No	Yes

Coastal Bend College

Electrical Technician

Braden Becknell

Coastal Bend College

361-354-2768

bbecknell@coastalbend.edu

Program Type	Credential Type	Level	Required Hours	Online	Finanical Aid
Certificate	Certificate		120	Yes	No

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