Occupation: Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

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.

17-2072.00 | 20 tasks | 10 job titles
Reported Job Titles (10)
  • Compatibility Test Engineer
  • Design Engineer
  • Electronics Design Engineer
  • Engineer
  • Evaluation Engineer
  • Integrated Circuit Design Engineer (IC Design Engineer)
  • Product Engineer
  • Radio Frequency Engineer (RF Engineer)
  • Research and Development Engineer (R and D Engineer)
  • Test Engineer
Core Tasks (13)
  • Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
  • Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
  • Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
  • Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
  • Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
  • Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.
  • Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.
  • 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.
  • Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.
  • Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.
  • Prepare, review, or maintain maintenance schedules, design documentation, or operational reports or charts.
  • Inspect electronic equipment, instruments, products, or systems to ensure conformance to specifications, safety standards, or applicable codes or regulations.
  • Determine project material or equipment needs.
Supplemental Tasks (7)
  • 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.
  • Plan or develop applications or modifications for electronic properties used in components, products, or systems to improve technical performance.
  • Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.
  • Prepare budget or cost estimates for equipment, construction, or installation projects or control expenditures.
  • Investigate green consumer electronics applications for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.
  • 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.
  • Research or develop new green electronics technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.