electrical engineering technician

Electrical engineering technicians work together with electrical engineers in electrical engineering reasearch. They perform technical tasks and aid in the designing, testing, manufacturing and operation of electrical devices and facilities.

Alternative Labels

electrical systems technician

technician in electrical systems

technician in electrical engineering

electrical technician

electrical installations inspector

electrical engineering assistant

electrical equipment technician

electrical engineering technician

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

Narrower occupations

- electromechanical engineering technician

- calibration technician

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

perform test run abide by regulations on banned materials read assembly drawings ensure material compliance liaise with engineers inspect quality of products assemble electrical components record test data assist scientific research read engineering drawings adjust engineering designs measure electrical characteristics fasten components operate soldering equipment test electrical equipment apply soldering techniques prepare production prototypes align components prepare pieces for joining wear appropriate protective gear read standard blueprints

Essential Knowledge

electrical testing methods electrical discharge electrical equipment components electrical engineering electricity principles electrical wiring diagrams design drawings

Optional Skills and Competences

write technical reports apply coating to electrical equipment repair wiring troubleshoot resolve equipment malfunctions use CAM software use wire processing machinery dispose of hazardous waste maintain power plants use specialised tools in electric repairs integrate new products in manufacturing oversee logistics of finished products apply technical communication skills maintain electrical engines keep records of work progress inspect electrical supplies monitor machine operations use wire hand tools maintain electrical equipment bend wire design electric power systems

Optional Knowledge

nuclear energy electromechanics electrical machines electric generators electrical wiring plans electric motors CAE software manufacture of electrical wire products CAD software electrical power safety regulations switching devices electrical wire accessories power engineering electric drives wire harnesses electrical equipment regulations materials science power electronics

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/9aa2a36f-296e-45fe-9798-b7839e0ed389

Status

released

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