Electrical Engineering Draftspersons, Technicians
Snapshot
Electrical Engineering Draftspersons, Technicians assist in electrical engineering research, design, manufacture, assembly, construction, operation and maintenance of equipment, facilities and distribution systems.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 11900 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $1000 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | above average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | moderate |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | average |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- preparing drawings, plans and diagrams of electrical installations and circuitry
- assisting Electrical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in design and layout of electrical installations and circuitry on substations, switchgear, cabling systems and motor control systems
- collecting data, performing tests and complex calculations, graphing results, and preparing charts and tabulations
- estimating materials costs and quantities
- inspecting designs and finished products for compliance with specifications and regulations
- assembling, installing, testing, calibrating, modifying and repairing electrical equipment and installations to conform with regulations and safety requirements
- undertaking electrical workshop functions such as installing assemblies for protection relays, metering and indicating devices
- assisting with research and experimentation programs
Job Titles
- Electrical Engineering Draftsperson
- Electrical Engineering Technician