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Occupational Report
for Computer Hardware Engineers (17-2061)
, Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description
Research, design, develop, and test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components. Exclude "Computer Software Engineers, Applications" (15-1031) and "Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software" (15-1032).
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Employment Outlook
for Computer Hardware Engineers
| Statewide Employment Analysis |
2008 employment is estimated to be somewhat larger than the regional average. Regional employment is expected to decline in this occupation between 2008 and 2018. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat higher than the regional average.Despite declining employment, reasonable employment opportunities exist largely due to the need to fill replacement job openings. |
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings
for Computer Hardware Engineers
There are 18 current openings for this occupation.
Openings 1 through 18
are listed below.
Job Openings from the Web
for Computer Hardware Engineers
The following job openings have been automatically extracted from various sites across the Web.
These links are provided as supplemental resources. However, the Employment Department cannot
validate these openings nor endorse any of these external sites. Some of these jobs may no
longer be open. In some cases, a single opening may be posted on multiple sites.
There are 52 current openings for this occupation.
Openings 1 through
26 are listed below.
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State of Oregon License Information
for Computer Hardware Engineers
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages
for Computer Hardware Engineers
No wage data is available for this occupation.
Industries of Employment
for Computer Hardware Engineers
Industry
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Ownership |
2008
Employment |
|
Total, All Industries
|
All |
2,924 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Private |
2,918 |
|
Manufacturing
|
Private |
2,572 |
|
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
|
Private |
2,561 |
|
Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
|
Private |
98 |
|
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
|
Private |
2,305 |
|
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing
|
Private |
158 |
|
Wholesale Trade
|
Private |
142 |
|
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
|
Private |
51 |
|
Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant Wholesalers
|
Private |
34 |
|
Wholesale Electronic Markets and Agents and Brokers
|
Private |
91 |
|
Information
|
Private |
36 |
|
Publishing Industries (except Internet)
|
Private |
27 |
|
Software Publishers
|
Private |
27 |
|
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
|
Private |
86 |
|
Computer Systems Design and Related Services
|
Private |
33 |
|
Scientific Research and Development Services
|
Private |
33 |
|
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
|
Private |
30 |
|
Administrative and Support Services
|
Private |
30 |
|
Employment Services
|
Private |
24 |
|
Other Services (except Public Administration)
|
Private |
30 |
|
Repair and Maintenance
|
Private |
30 |
|
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
|
Private |
25 |
Educational Requirements
for Computer Hardware Engineers
Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills
for Computer Hardware Engineers
- Analyze And Solve Problems In Electronics Or Semiconductor Manufacturing
- Analyze Engineering Design Problems
- Apply Alternating Current (Ac) Theory
- Apply Analog Electronics Theory
- Apply Basic Engineering Principles
- Apply Computer Science Principles
- Apply Design Engineering Theory
- Apply Drafting And Mechanical Drawing Knowledge And Techniques
- Apply Electronic Principles
- Apply Engineering Principles To Integrate Components
- Apply Knowledge Of Mainframe Computers
- Apply Linear Algebra
- Apply Mathematical Principles To Identify, Analyze And Solve Problems
- Apply Mathematical Principles To New Technology Creation
- Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
- Apply Principles Of Electrical Circuitry
- Apply Quality Assurance Techniques
- Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
- Apply Statistical Process Control (Spc)
- Apply Technical Engineering Regulations
- Calibrate Electronic Instruments
- Convert Ideas Into Products
- Coordinate Teams
- Design And Conduct Tests Of Engineered Systems
- Design And Develop Electronic Equipment
- Design Circuit Boards To Perform Specialized Functions
- Design Computer Hardware And Software Interface
- Design Control Systems
- Design Hardware And Software Systems
- Develop Specialized Mathematical Or Computer Languages
- Estimate Costs For Engineering Projects
- Estimate Time Needed For Project
- Evaluate Computer System Users' Requirements And Requests
- Evaluate Data From Engineering Projects
- Evaluate Product Design
- Explain Complex Mathematical Information
- Improve Test Devices And Techniques In Manufacturing, Industrial Or Engineering Setting
- Interpret Computerized Data And Reports
- Interpret Detailed Electronic Design Specifications
- Maintain Quality Control
- Modify Electrical And Electronic Equipment
- Operate Precision Measuring Devices, Tools And Equipment
- Operate Precision Test Equipment
- Plan And Test Engineering Methods
- Program Computers Using Existing Software
- Provide Analytical Assessment Of Engineering Data
- Read Schematics And Specifications
- Solve Engineering Problems
- Supervise Engineering Projects
- Test And Troubleshoot Computer Programs And Systems
- Test Equipment As Part Of Engineering Projects And Processes
- Use Algebra
- Use Analog And Digital Electronics In Measuring And Controlling Devices
- Use Calculus
- Use Computers For Design, Drafting, Modeling And Other Engineering Tasks
- Use Electronic Test Equipment
- Use Metric System
- Use Project Management Techniques
- Use Quantitative Research Methods
- Use Voltmeter And Ohmmeter
- Work As A Team Member
- Write Performance Requirements For Product Development And Engineering Projects
Schools and Training Providers
for Computer Hardware Engineers
The training providers listed below offer programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.
Career Pathway Roadmaps
for Computer Hardware Engineers
These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:
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