Electrical / Electronics Tech

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.

O*NET reports this occupation under titles such as: Communication Technician (Communication Tech); Communications Technologist; Electrical Engineering Technician (Electrical Engineering Tech); Electrical Technician (Electrical Tech); Electronic Engineering Technician (Electronic Engineering Tech); Electronic Technician (Electronic Tech); Electronics Engineering Technician; Electronics Technician; Relay Technician (Relay Tech); System Technologist

Tasks

• Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
• Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
• Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
• Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Compile and maintain records documenting engineering schematics, installed equipment, installation or operational problems, resources used, repairs, or corrective action performed.
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
• Supervise the installation or operation of electronic equipment or systems.
• Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
• Calculate design specifications or cost, material, and resource estimates, and prepare project schedules and budgets.
• Educate equipment operators on the proper use of equipment.
• Select electronics equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.
• Participate in training or continuing education activities to stay abreast of engineering or industry advances.
• Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.
• Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.

Knowledge

• Engineering and Technology
• Computers and Electronics
• Design
• English Language
• Mechanical
• Mathematics
• Production and Processing
• Telecommunications

Skills

• Reading Comprehension
• Critical Thinking
• Active Listening
• Speaking
• Writing
• Monitoring
• Active Learning

Abilities

• Deductive Reasoning
• Near Vision
• Oral Comprehension
• Written Comprehension
• Problem Sensitivity
• Oral Expression
• Inductive Reasoning
• Written Expression
• Information Ordering
• Visualization
• Speech Clarity
• Category Flexibility
• Arm-Hand Steadiness
• Finger Dexterity
• Speech Recognition
• Fluency of Ideas
• Originality
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Flexibility of Closure
• Perceptual Speed
• Selective Attention
• Visual Color Discrimination