Test or modify developmental or operational electrical machinery or electrical control equipment and circuitry in industrial or commercial plants or laboratories. Usually work under direction of engineers or technologists.
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- Test Specialist
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- Results Technician
- Research Electrician
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- Lighting Specialist
- Lighting Adviser
- Light Technician
- Perform supervisory duties, such as recommending work assignments, approving leaves, or completing performance evaluations.
- Plan, schedule, or monitor work of project support personnel.
- Participate in the development or testing of electrical aspects of new green technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.
- Prepare electrical project cost or work-time estimates.
- Assess electrical components for consumer electronics applications, such as fuel cells for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.
- Assemble or test solar photovoltaic products, such as inverters or energy management systems.
- Plan method or sequence of operations for developing or testing experimental electronic or electrical equipment.
- Create or modify electrical components to be used in renewable energy generation.
- Write engineering specifications to clarify design details or functional criteria of experimental electronics units.
- Write procedures for the commissioning of electrical installations.
People who work in this occupation generally have the interest code: RIC.
This means people who work in this occupation generally have Realistic interests, but also prefer Investigative and Conventional environments.
People who work in this occupation generally prize Support, but also value Working Conditions and Relationships in their jobs.
- Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
- English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
In 2013, the average annual wage in New Jersey was $59,380 with most people making between $33,210 and $88,320
During 2008, this occupation employed approximately 3,450 people in New Jersey. It is projected that there will be 3,050 employed in 2018.
This occupation will have about 0 openings due to growth and about 70 replacement openings for approximately 70 total annual openings.
collegeGadsden State Community College
majorElectrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
majorElectrical and Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
collegeUniversity of Southern California
majorComputer Engineering, General
majorElectrical and Electronics Engineering
collegeSan Diego State University
onetElectronics Engineering Technicians
collegeJacksonville State University