Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.
- Tasks
- 20 tasks13 core, 7 supplemental
- Family
- Architecture & EngineeringOne of its 59 occupations
- Code
- 17-2072.00SOC 2018: 17-2072
What the work is made of
13 core tasks and 7 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.Core taskTask 5339Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 2. Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.Core taskTask 20497Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 3. Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.Core taskTask 20494Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 4. Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.Core taskTask 5349Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 5. Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.Core taskTask 20496Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 6. Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.Core taskTask 20499Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 7. Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.Core taskTask 20498Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 8. Prepare documentation containing information such as confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, product development or introduction schedules, product costs, or information about product performance weaknesses.Core taskTask 5348Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 9. Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.Core taskTask 5350Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 10. Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.Core taskTask 20495Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 11. Prepare, review, or maintain maintenance schedules, design documentation, or operational reports or charts.Core taskTask 5354Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 12. Inspect electronic equipment, instruments, products, or systems to ensure conformance to specifications, safety standards, or applicable codes or regulations.Core taskTask 5346Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 13. Determine project material or equipment needs.Core taskTask 20493Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 14. Prepare necessary criteria, procedures, reports, or plans for successful conduct of the project with consideration given to site preparation, facility validation, installation, quality assurance, or testing.Supplemental taskTask 5355Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 15. Plan or develop applications or modifications for electronic properties used in components, products, or systems to improve technical performance.Supplemental taskTask 5351Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 16. Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.Supplemental taskTask 5352Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 17. Prepare budget or cost estimates for equipment, construction, or installation projects or control expenditures.Supplemental taskTask 20500Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 18. Investigate green consumer electronics applications for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.Supplemental taskTask 19621Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 19. Represent employer at conferences, meetings, boards, panels, committees, or working groups to present, explain, or defend findings or recommendations, negotiate compromises or agreements, or exchange information.Supplemental taskTask 5357Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2022
- Task 20. Research or develop new green electronics technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.Supplemental taskTask 19623Rated by 49 people who do the job, August 2022
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 17-2072
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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