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Occupational Report
for Electrical Engineers (17-2071)
, Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description
Design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. Exclude "Computer Hardware Engineers" (17-2061).
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Employment Outlook
for Electrical Engineers
| Statewide Employment Analysis |
2006 employment is estimated to be at about the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at about the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the statewide average.Reasonable employment opportunities exist for trained workers. |
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings
for Electrical Engineers
There are 33 current openings for this occupation.
Openings 1 through
26 are listed below.
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State of Oregon License Information
for Electrical Engineers
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Industries of Employment
for Electrical Engineers
Industry Click links to view infoUSA employers |
Ownership |
2006 Employment |
|
Total, All Industries
|
All |
979 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Private |
887 |
|
Utilities
|
Private |
41 |
|
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
|
Private |
41 |
|
Construction
|
Private |
15 |
|
Specialty Trade Contractors
|
Private |
10 |
|
Building Equipment Contractors
|
Private |
10 |
|
Manufacturing
|
Private |
278 |
|
Machinery Manufacturing
|
Private |
104 |
|
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
|
Private |
70 |
|
Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing
|
Private |
16 |
|
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
|
Private |
106 |
|
Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
|
Private |
20 |
|
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
|
Private |
37 |
|
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing
|
Private |
35 |
|
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
|
Private |
35 |
|
Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing
|
Private |
12 |
|
Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
|
Private |
19 |
|
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
|
Private |
15 |
|
Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing
|
Private |
15 |
|
Wholesale Trade
|
Private |
35 |
|
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
|
Private |
35 |
|
Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant Wholesalers
|
Private |
24 |
|
Retail Trade
|
Private |
22 |
|
Electronics and Appliance Stores
|
Private |
13 |
|
Information
|
Private |
89 |
|
Publishing Industries (except Internet)
|
Private |
36 |
|
Software Publishers
|
Private |
32 |
|
Telecommunications
|
Private |
53 |
|
Wired Telecommunications Carriers
|
Private |
13 |
|
Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
|
Private |
35 |
|
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
|
Private |
298 |
|
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services
|
Private |
239 |
|
Computer Systems Design and Related Services
|
Private |
15 |
|
Scientific Research and Development Services
|
Private |
36 |
|
Management of Companies and Enterprises
|
Private |
83 |
|
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
|
Private |
11 |
|
Administrative and Support Services
|
Private |
11 |
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Other Support Services
|
Private |
11 |
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Other Services (except Public Administration)
|
Private |
14 |
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Repair and Maintenance
|
Private |
13 |
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Total, All Industries
|
Federal |
65 |
|
Federal Government (Non-Postal)
|
Federal |
65 |
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Total, All Industries
|
Local |
26 |
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Utilities
|
Local |
24 |
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Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
|
Local |
24 |
Educational Requirements
for Electrical 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 Electrical Engineers
- Analyze Engineering Design Problems
- Apply Alternating Current (Ac) Theory
- Apply Basic Engineering Principles
- Apply Design Engineering Theory
- Apply Drafting And Mechanical Drawing Knowledge And Techniques
- Apply Electrical Engineering Principles
- Apply Electrical Principles
- Apply Electro-Mechanical Systems Principles
- Apply Engineering Principles To Integrate Components
- Apply Linear Algebra
- Apply Manufacturing Process Theory
- Apply Mathematical Principles To Identify, Analyze And Solve Problems
- Apply Mathematical Principles To New Technology Creation
- Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
- Apply Power Plant Engineering Principles
- Apply Quality Assurance Techniques
- Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
- Apply Technical Engineering Regulations
- Configure Distributive Control System In Industrial Or Manufacturing Plant
- Coordinate Teams
- Design And Conduct Tests Of Engineered Systems
- Design And Develop Electrical Equipment
- Design And Develop Power Equipment
- Design And Develop Transmission Equipment
- Design And Plan Production
- Design Control And Signaling Devices For Road, Rail And Air Traffic
- Design Control Systems
- Design Electrical Systems Such As Transmission Lines, Transformers And Circuits
- Design Mechanical, Electrical, Fluid And Control Systems
- Design Telecommunications Equipment And Networks
- Determine Production Factors
- Evaluate Data From Engineering Projects
- Explain Complex Mathematical Information
- Improve Test Devices And Techniques In Manufacturing, Industrial Or Engineering Setting
- Install Distributive Control System In Industrial Or Manufacturing Plant
- Interpret Computerized Data And Reports
- Maintain Quality Control
- Modify Electrical And Electronic Equipment
- Obtain Information From Clients, Customers, Patients Or Others
- Operate Precision Measuring Devices, Tools And Equipment
- Operate Precision Test Equipment
- Plan And Design Specialized Structures Such As Power Plants And Television Towers
- Plan And Test Engineering Methods
- Provide Analytical Assessment Of Engineering Data
- Read Schematics And Specifications
- Solve Engineering Problems
- Supervise Engineering Projects
- Test Equipment As Part Of Engineering Projects And Processes
- Understand Manufacturing Methods And Techniques
- Use Algebra
- Use Calculus
- Use Computer Aided Drafting Software
- Use Computers For Design, Drafting, Modeling And Other Engineering Tasks
- Use Electrical 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
- Write Product Descriptions
- Write Technical Specifications For Electrical Or Electronic Equipment
Schools and Training Providers
for Electrical Engineers
The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:
Career Pathway Roadmaps
for Electrical Engineers
These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:
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