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Electrical/Electronics Engineer  

Definition of Occupation

Designs, develops and supervises the manufacture of electrical, electronic and computer equipment, systems or components. Tests new equipment/systems, writes performance requirements, develops maintenance schedules and solves operating problems. May specialize in: circuits and devices, communication equipment/systems, control systems, computers as well as power generation, transmission and distribution equipment used by electric power companies. Major employment areas include electronic manufacturing industries, public utilities, research labs, government agencies and universities. May do product research and development, design, teaching, consulting or technical sales.