Electric Engineer
Ethan Dahlen
Electric Engineer Specs.
Core Tasks
- Sign electronic components and equipment
- Determine the type, quantity, and cost of materials
- Use CAD software to lay out system components
- Test systems to make sure they perform as required
- Some install electronics or provide technical support
Earnings
- $57,000 and $133,000 a year for most
- The median is about $89,000 a year
- Earnings depend on education, experience, and position
- Some companies provide annual bonuses
Work Place
- Employed by manufacturing companies, engineering consulting firms, and government agencies
- Work mainly in offices or labs; some work in factories
- A lot of work is done at a desk, in front of a computer
- Most work a 40-hour week, but overtime is sometimes necessary
Education
- A bachelor’s degree in electrical or electronics engineering
- A master’s degree or PhD is often required for senior and advanced research positions
- Register as a Professional Engineer (PE)
Pros and Cons
Pros
- You get to innovate for the future
- You get to work with other people with similar skill sets
- You get paid a lot
Cons
- Long hours
- Stress about new product launches and releases
- Conflicting views with others
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A Zumo bot
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