What You'll Do

  • Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
  • Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
  • Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
  • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  • Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  • Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.
  • Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
  • Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
  • Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.
  • Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.

Essential Skills

Reading Comprehension 3.88/5
Critical Thinking 3.75/5
Active Listening 3.62/5
Troubleshooting 3.5/5
Repairing 3.5/5
Complex Problem Solving 3.38/5
Writing 3.25/5
Speaking 3.25/5
Active Learning 3.12/5
Monitoring 3.12/5
Judgment and Decision Making 3.12/5
Systems Analysis 3.12/5

Career Fit Overview

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Top passions

  • Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
  • Analyst: Investigating problems and finding patterns keeps you engaged.
  • Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.

Common styles

Attention to Detail, Dependability, Analytical Thinking, Integrity, Adaptability/Flexibility

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Key Abilities

This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:

Written Comprehension 3.88/5
Deductive Reasoning 3.88/5
Inductive Reasoning 3.88/5
Oral Comprehension 3.75/5
Near Vision 3.75/5
Problem Sensitivity 3.62/5
Oral Expression 3.5/5
Information Ordering 3.5/5

Technologies & Tools

Adobe Acrobat Adobe ActionScript Agilent Advanced Design System ADS Altera MAX Altera Quartus II Altium Designer Anadigm Designer2 EDA Analog Devices VisualDSP++ Ansoft HFSS Ansys Fluent Autodesk AutoCAD Autodesk Revit AVEVA InTouch HMI Bentley MicroStation Bentley Systems ProjectWise BSVC C C++ Cadence OrCAD PSpice Cadence PSpice

Work Environment & Style

Common Styles for This Career

  • Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.6/5)
  • Dependability (High importance: 4.39/5)
  • Analytical Thinking (High importance: 4.31/5)
  • Integrity (High importance: 4.16/5)
  • Adaptability/Flexibility (High importance: 4.12/5)

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How to Become One

This career typically requires vocational school, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some specialized training or certification may also be required.

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