Electrical and Electronics Engineers


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Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Electrical and Electronics Engineers - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, electrical and electronics engineers:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Communicate daily by telephone, e-mail, and in person. They also use letters and memos, but less often.
  • Have a medium level of job-required social interaction.
  • Regularly work as part of a group or team.
  • Are sometimes responsible for the health and safety of others.
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  • Are sometimes responsible for the work results of others.

Physical Work Conditions

  • Almost always work indoors. They may work outdoors if the electrical system or equipment requires it.
  • Are sometimes exposed to sounds and noise levels that might be distracting or uncomfortable.
  • Work near others. They often share the same office space with other engineers.

Work Performance

  • Must be sure that work is always done accurately and completely. Errors could seriously endanger people who use the products they design.
  • Make decisions that affect other workers or the company's reputation on a monthly basis. They rarely consult a supervisor before deciding a course of action.
  • Set nearly all their daily tasks and goals without talking to a supervisor first.
  • Must meet strict weekly deadlines. This may make the work atmosphere somewhat competitive.
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  • Repeat the same mental tasks.

Hours/Travel

  • Generally work a standard 40-hour week, although big projects may require longer hours.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.