Electrical Engineer

Electrical engineers design, develop and supervise the manufacture, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical systems. They work on systems for the generation, distribution, utilisation and control of electric power. They also work on electronic systems used for computing, communications and other industrial applications.

Electrical engineers may perform the following tasks:

plan and design power stations and equipment for generators
supervise construction plans and specifications and draw up contracts
supervise operating and maintenance staff
design and produce drawings of electrical systems using computer-assisted design (CAD)
decide on the type and arrangement of circuits, transformers, circuit-breakers, transmission lines and equipment, based on calculations
make or improve products such as electric motors, parts, equipment and appliances
prepare and interpret specifications, drawings and regulations for the use of electric power equipment
work out delivery and installation schedules for machines, switchgear, cables and fittings
organise and manage staff and materials in the making of electrical parts, machines, appliances and equipment
make sure that completed works meet specifications and safety standards
design and install control and signalling devices for road, rail and air traffic
design telecommunications equipment and networks
contribute and adhere to the safety requirements of the operation.

Specialisations:

Electrical engineers may specialise as electrical maintenance engineers, electrical power engineers, electrical design engineers, communications engineers or computer engineers. They may also specialise in areas such as the design and operation of power plants, generators, metal refining, rolling mills, motors and transformers; and researching new applications of technology or production machinery.

Telecommunications Engineer

A telecommunications engineer is involved in the planning, design, commissioning and monitoring of complex telecommunications networks and associated broadcasting equipment. Many telecommunications engineers work for major carriers as well as telecommunications and information technology service providers.

Electrical engineers work with senior administrators; civil and mechanical engineers; computer scientists; and various workers in the business, building and construction industries. They advise employers, associates or clients and consult with scientists, industrial designers and architects.

Personal Requirements:

able to identify, analyse and solve problems
good oral and written communication skills
enjoy computing and technical design
practical and creative
able to work independently
able to accept responsibility.

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