electronics engineering technician

Electronics engineering technicians work closely with electronics engineers in the development of electronic equipment and devices. Electronics engineering technicians are responsible for building, testing, and maintaining electronic devices.

Alternative Labels

signal processing technician

electronics engineering technologist

digital electronics engineering technician

technologist in electronics engineering

signal processing technologist

control and instrumentation technician

technician in electronic equipment

communication electronics engineering technician

assistant in electronics engineering

industrial electronics engineering technician

electronics engineering technician

electronic equipment technician

technician in electronics engineering

electronics engineering assistant

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

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Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

align components use testing equipment assemble electronic units inspect quality of products meet deadlines conduct performance tests configure electronic equipment adjust engineering designs solder electronics fasten components interpret electronic design specifications record test data test electronic units assist scientific research prepare production prototypes liaise with engineers read assembly drawings read engineering drawings ensure finished product meet requirements apply soldering techniques

Essential Knowledge

design drawings electronic equipment standards printed circuit boards electronic test procedures electronics types of electronics integrated circuits circuit diagrams electronic components

Optional Skills and Competences

maintain electronic systems resolve equipment malfunctions install mechatronic equipment maintain robotic equipment manage data test sensors use CAM software inspect electronics supplies integrate new products in manufacturing utilise machine learning send faulty equipment back to assembly line perform test run pack electronic equipment assemble sensors use specific data analysis software solder components onto electronic board calibrate electronic instruments assemble mechatronic units install automation components analyse big data program firmware write technical reports perform data mining manage quantitative data wear cleanroom suit use precision tools keep records of work progress repair electronic components test mechatronic units apply technical communication skills analyse test data monitor machine operations operate precision machinery install electrical and electronic equipment

Optional Knowledge

information structure mechatronics mechanical engineering automation technology power electronics data storage CAD software control engineering consumer electronics medical devices business intelligence transmission technology visual presentation techniques electrical engineering cloud technologies sensors firmware microelectronics information extraction CAE software statistical analysis system software unstructured data data mining robotic components robotics

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/27811419-407f-4868-a388-2f7df7aafd91

Status

released

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