Electrical and electronic engineering technicians apply electrical and electronic theory to help design, build, test, and maintain a wide range of systems and equipment. Working under the direction of engineers, they support the development and improvement of circuitry, controls, and machinery used across industries such as energy, manufacturing, and utilities. Their work ensures systems operate efficiently, safely, and reliably, playing a key role in both traditional infrastructure and emerging technologies.
Electronics & Electrical Technology
Career Snapshot:
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per year*
Entry to Senior Level
Manufacturing & Industrial Systems
*Estimates are not to be used as fact. Based on publicly available sources.
The Path to Becoming
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Electronics & Electrical Technology
Step 1
Earn
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Associate degree (AA, AS)
Resources:
No additional resources
Step 2
Earn a Postsecondary Certificate
Required Training:
Standards Occupational Classifications (SOC) code
SOC 17-3023
SOC Code
Training Programs and Resources:
Step 3
Find a position or apprenticeship
Required Training:
This career typically involves
1 year on-the-job training
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Daily Tasks
A Day in the Life
As
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Electronics & Electrical Technology
you can expect to perform these tasks frequently:
Required skills:
What It Takes
Electronics & Electrical Technology
often have these skills:
Reading Comprehension
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Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Troubleshooting
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Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about them.
Systems Analysis
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Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and environments will affect outcomes.
Equipment Maintenance
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Performing routine servicing and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
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Career Outlook
590
Employees in
2023
630
Employees in
2033
+
6.8%
Projected
Growth Rate
600
Annual Projected
Job Openings
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