Electrical+Engineer





=__**Why I chose this occupation:**__=

I chose the occupation of electrical engineering because its actually one of the jobs I want to pursue in the future. I can actually relate to this occupation because my father is an electrical technician and ever since I was a little kid I always had the interest with dealing with electronics and seeing how they work.

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=__**General descriptio**____**n and working conditions**__=

Modern day electrical engineering covers a huge breadth of interests and jobs from the electrician to the PhD qualified professional involved in occupations such as medical engineering. Electrical engineering is concerned with the study and application of electricity, electromagnetism and electronics. It’s been a recognized field of engineering since the late 19th century, when the first large-scale electrical supply networks were installed. The profession now encompasses many sub-disciplines, including power, control systems, electronics and telecommunications. Electrical engineering is also behind some of the most advanced medical developments, such as body scanners. Although electrical and electronics engineering are sometimes used interchangeably, electrical engineering tends to be more about large-scale electrical systems, like motor control and power transmission, while electronics engineering is more about small-scale systems such as semi-conductors and integrated circuits. A lot of the work electrical engineers do is done at a desk, in front of a computer. However, their job does not always take place in an office. Sometimes they are required to respond to and solve problems on the factory or power plant floor. Engineers who specialize in telecommunications e quipment may have to travel to communications towers to install or repair equipment. Those who work as consultants may even go across the country (or the world) to their clients’ factories to inspect or troubleshoot equipment. On average, electrical engineers work between 40 and 45 hours a week, depending on deadlines and workload. Many of them can also expect to work a fair number of evenings and weekends when they are under pressure to meet a deadline. Vacation time varies from company to company, but most electrical engineers take between 2 and 4 weeks of vacation a year.

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=**__Training and education:__**=

Continuing education is an important part of an electrical engineer’s life. You will find it essential to keep up with latest developments and advances, especially as far as new and emerging technology is concerned. Some electrical engineers to specialize in research and development, consultancy or project management. But, however you decide to advance your career, it will help if you are prepared to move around the country. You will find membership of a professional organization such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or the Institute of Electrical an d Electronics Engineers (IEEE) to be of value to you. The IET, for example, offers a wide range of mentoring, learning and development opportunities and organizes events such as conferences. You can join as a student, or as an associate member as well as applying for ordinary membership. To become an ordinary member, you need to supply evidence of your qualifications and experience, as well as details of a supporter who could confirm that you have achieved the required knowledge and understanding for membership. media type="custom" key="23062234" align="right"

=__**Salary and benefits:**__=

Earnings depend on a number of factors, including experience and level of education. For example, those with bachelor’s degrees in electrical engineering earn less on average than those who have also completed a master’s degree. As engineers gain experience and take on greater responsibilities, their yearly incomes rise. Starting salaries for electrical and electronics engineers are usually between $45,000 and $65,000 a year. The national average income for people in this career is about $70,000. However, engineers with many years of experience often make up to $150,000 a year. Highly trained specialists and senior-level managers can earn over $150,000 a year. In addition to their salaries most engineers also receive benefits, including health and dental insurance and paid sick leave and vacation time. Some may receive further benefits, including performance-based bonuses, use of a company car, and pension plan contributions.

=__**Technology:**__=

Electrical engineering technology (EET) is an engineering technology field that implements and applies the principles of electrical engineering. Like electrical engineering, EET deals with the "design, application, installation, manufacturing, operation and/or maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems." However, EET as a discipline is generally more focused on application and implementation, while electrical engineering may place more of an emphasis on theory and conceptual design. Electrical engineering technology is the largest branch of engineering technology and includes a diverse range of sub-disciplines, such as electronics, embedded systems, control systems, instrumentation, telecommunications, and power systems.

=__**Schools offering electrical engineering**__=

http://www.cna.nl.ca/programs-courses/show-program-details.asp?program=47 http://www.mun.ca/become/graduate/programs/engineering.php http://engineering.mit.edu/research/departments/eecs.php http://gradschool.duke.edu/depts_progs/degree_progs/ece.php

=__**Job listings in Newfoundland and Labrador**__=

http://ca.indeed.com/Electrical-Engineer-jobs-in-St.-John%27s,-NL http://www.wowjobs.ca/BrowseResults.aspx?q=Electrical+Engineer&s=r&l=NL