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  1. Occupations
  2. Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.

SOC: 17-3023.00

Common Job Titles

  • Electronics Engineering Technician
  • Engineering Technician (Engineering Tech)
  • Engineering Technologist
  • Technologist

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

92,710

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $48,250. 25th percentile: U.S. $60,610. 50th percentile: U.S. $77,180. 75th percentile: U.S. $94,810. 90th percentile: U.S. $111,790. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$48,250
10% of workers earn the following or more$111,790
Workers on average earn$78,580

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Computers and Electronics4.4/5
  • Engineering and Technology4.4/5
  • English Language3.8/5
  • Design3.6/5
  • Mathematics3.5/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Bentley MicroStation
  • C
  • C++
  • Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
  • Eclipse IDE
  • JavaScript
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Visual Basic
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle Database
  • Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
  • Python
  • SAP software
  • The MathWorks MATLAB
  • UNIX

Technology Skills

  • AVEVA InTouch HMI
  • Adobe ActionScript
  • Agilent Advanced Design System ADS
  • Altera MAX
  • Altera Quartus II
  • Altium Designer
  • Anadigm Designer2 EDA
  • Analog Devices VisualDSP++
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Adjustable widemouth pliers
  • Adjustable wrenches
  • Alternating current AC generators
  • Ammeters
  • Analog current meters
  • Analog multimeters
  • Anti-static heel grounders
  • Bench lathes
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians 17-3028.00
  • Electronics Engineers, Except Computer 17-2072.00
  • Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians 17-3027.00
  • Robotics Technicians 17-3024.01
  • Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment 49-2094.00

Moderately Similar

  • Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians 17-3021.00
  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment 49-2093.00
  • Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians 17-3024.00
  • Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers 51-2023.00
  • Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians 17-3026.00

Related

  • Electrical Engineers 17-2071.00
  • Mechanical Engineers 17-2141.00
  • Mechatronics Engineers 17-2199.05
  • Computer Hardware Engineers 17-2061.00
  • Lighting Technicians 27-4015.00
  • Photonics Technicians 17-3029.08
  • Automotive Engineering Technicians 17-3027.01
  • Avionics Technicians 49-2091.00
  • Electrical and Electronics Drafters 17-3012.00
  • Software Developers 15-1252.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificateSiemens TIA Portal Training CertificationIssuer: Alabama Adult Education, Alabama Community College System (ACCS)
  • Bachelor's DegreeEngineering Technology (BS)Issuer: University of Alabama in Huntsville
  • Associate's DegreeAutomotive Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Systems & Automation - FAMEIssuer: Trenholm State Community College
  • Short-Term CertificateSolid StateIssuer: Southern Union State Community College
  • Short-Term CertificateIndustrial Process ControlsIssuer: Southern Union State Community College
  • Short-Term CertificateIndustrial Electricity - Industrial Motor ControlsIssuer: Southern Union State Community College
  • Short-Term CertificateIND Electrical FundamentalsIssuer: Drake State Community and Technical College
  • Short-Term CertificateBasic Industrial ElectronicsIssuer: Enterprise State Community College
  • CertificateIndustrial Electronics TechnologyIssuer: Shelton State Community College
  • Associate's DegreeIndustrial Electronics TechnologyIssuer: Shelton State Community College