Career Paths

Electrical Engineering Technicians generally assist engineers who plan, design, construct, install, operate, test and maintain electronic or electrical power systems and devices. In the electronics field, technologist jobs often involve the manufacture, installation, operation, design, and repair of a wide range of electronic products.

Many electrical technologists work in and with electrical utility companies and heavy industries where they are involved in electrical power generation, power distribution, and machine control. Electrical technologists are often involved with the installation, operation, and maintenance of computer equipment and instrumentation. Many electrical technologists also work in technical sales.