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You’re What Keeps the Lights On
The Electrical Engineer researches, designs, develops, tests, or supervises the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
RELATED JOB TITLES
Circuits Engineer, Design Engineer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Electrical Design Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer, Engineer, Instrumentation and Electrical Reliability Engineer (I&E Reliability Engineer), Project Engineer, Test Engineer
Facts and Stats
Your career outlook is looking good – just like these stats.
O*NET Code: 17-2071.00
Median wages (annual)
2024
Projected job openings
2023-2033
Projected growth (much faster than average)
2023-2033
What You Need to Know
- Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
- Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
- Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Top Technology Requirements Included in Job Postings
- Analytical or scientific software — Minitab; Powersim PSIM; The MathWorks MATLAB; The MathWorks Simulink
- Computer aided design CAD software — Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D; Autodesk Revit; Bentley Microstation; Dassault Systèmes SOLIDWORKS
- Development environment software — Eclipse IDE; Integrated development environment IDE software; Microsoft Visual Basic Scripting Edition VBScript; Microsoft Visual Studio
- Object or component oriented development software — C#; C++; Practical extraction and reporting language Perl; Python
- Word processing software — Microsoft OneNote; Microsoft Word
When You Choose Miami, Your Career Journey Begins
Once you’ve selected your program at Miami, the Center for Career Exploration and Success will help you explore career paths, prepare for the job market, and make meaningful connections. With personalized support, resources, and events, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to navigate your career journey.
Discover how to turn your passions into a career path. Explore majors and careers that match your interests.
Build the skills to succeed in your career journey. Prepare for internships, interviews, and the workplace.
Make meaningful connections to launch your career. Access networking opportunities, career fairs, and employer events.
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