Is being an electrical engineer a good fit for you?

Researches, designs and tests electrical equipment and systems. May oversee how they are made and installed.

What the work involves

Designs, builds, maintains or improves electrical equipment, products and systems.
Oversees project production so work finishes on time and within budget.
Directs manufacturing, building, installation, maintenance and testing to meet specifications and codes.
Does detailed calculations to set manufacturing, building or installation standards.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.

CuriousStrong. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.

CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.

HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.

PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.

OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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