Electrical and electronics engineers
Electrical and electronics engineers design, plan, research, evaluate and test electrical and electronic equipment and systems.
Good
Market Demand
TEER 1
Skill Level
SK, NS, NB
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What They Do
- Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of electrical generation and distribution networks, electrical machinery and components and electronic communications, instrumentation and control systems, equipment, and components
- Prepare material cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for electrical and electronic systems and equipment
- Design electrical and electronic circuits, components, systems and equipment
- Conduct micro or nanodevices simulations, characterization, process modeling and integration in the development of new electronic devices and products
- Supervise and inspect the installation, modification, testing and operation of electrical and electronic systems and equipment
- Develop maintenance and operating standards for electrical and electronic systems and equipment
- Investigate electrical or electronic failures
- Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for construction or maintenance
- Supervise technicians, technologists, programmers, analysts and other engineers.
Qualifications
- checkA bachelor's degree in electrical or electronics engineering or in an appropriate related engineering discipline is required.
- checkA master's or doctoral degree in a related engineering discipline may be required.
- checkLicensing by a provincial or territorial association of professional engineers is required to approve engineering drawings and reports and to practise as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
- checkEngineers are eligible for registration following graduation from an accredited educational program, and after three or four years of supervised work experience in engineering and passing a professional practice examination.
- checkLeadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is offered by the Canada Green Building Council and may be required by some employers.
Market Outlook by Province
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Good for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Increasing use of electronic components in industrial machinery.Workers in this occupation are concentrated in the Saskatoon region. Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Saskatchewan: Approximately 850 people work in this occupation. Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors: Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 37%Utilities (NAICS 22): 25%Construction (NAICS 23): 6%Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 6%Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 5% 84% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 16% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.8% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 84% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 16% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 5% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 69% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 22% compared to 7% for all occupations
Good
Outlook
Nova Scotia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.This is one of the largest groups of engineers in the province, and the Halifax area has a fairly broad base of employers who are involved with specialized electrical/electronic technologies. Power developments, the Irving Shipbuilding project and its subcontractors, telecommunications companies, engineering firms and employers involved with marine technologies are among potential sources of employment. As with many occupations, prospects for less-experienced workers may vary, and the large majority of employment occurs in the Halifax area.Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Nova Scotia: Approximately 950 people work in this occupation. Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors: Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 28%Utilities (NAICS 22): 19%Computer and Electrical Manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 12%Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 8% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 94% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations77% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.7% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 88% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 13% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: n/a apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 66% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 19% compared to 10% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
New Brunswick
The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Not many positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Electrical and electronics engineers are employed in engineering firms, for public utilities and a variety of other businesses.Candidates must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick, in order to practice as a Civil engineer. However, employers will often hire university graduates who are working towards accreditation.Technological advancements are increasingly broadening the scope of knowledge required by electrical and electronics engineers. Some examples include renewable energy, 5G technology and electronic vehicle (EV) infrastructure.Digital literacy is an asset and knowledge of certain software packages and processes may improve job prospects, depending on the type of work. Valuable skills for electrical engineers include technical writing, computer-aided design (CAD), research and development, project planning, mapping, data visualization and database management. Some employers will require certifications in order to demonstrate proficiency in certain areas.Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in New Brunswick: Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors: Utilities (NAICS 22): 31%Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 28%Computer and Electrical Manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 7%Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 92% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 8% compared to 16% for all occupations82% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 18% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.11% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 87% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 13% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: n/a apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 68% compared to 16% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 18% compared to 7% for all occupations
Moderate
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Critical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem Solving
to conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of electrical generation and distribution networks, electrical machinery and components
Product Design
to precisely design electrical and electronic circuits, components, systems and equipment
Mathematical Reasoning and Numerical Ability
to perform detailed calculations to determine manufacturing, construction or installation standards or specifications for electrical and electronic projects
Deductive Reasoning
to logically apply principles and theories to identify and solve complex problems, ensure system reliability and design functional electrical equipment
Attention to Detail
to ensure compliance with standards and guarantee the reliability in the designing, testing and maintaining of complex systems
Knowledge in Electrical and Electronics
to understand the foundational information for designing, developing and maintaining electrical systems and electronic devices
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