What Exactly Does an Electrical Engineer Do?
Electrical engineers utilize physics, math, and electronics to create products that are powered by electricity. Nearly every industry has a need for electrical engineers, ranging from government to technology. This is because engineers can work on any device requiring electricity, such as a smartphone or an airplane. Engineers have their hands in the work from origination to maintenance of their devices. Due to their vast amount of duties, many engineer will specialize in project management, consultancy, or research and development.
Steps to Become an Electrical Engineer
At a minimum, employers require a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering that’s been accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). A bachelor’s degree will require classroom coursework, as well as, laboratory work and field studies. In order to work in the utility field you have to take and pass the fundamentals of engineering exam to receive your license. After passing this, you’ll be an engineer-in-training, or EIT, until you pass your professional engineer (PE) exam. Following four years of relevant work experience as an engineer-in-training you may take your PE exam.
The Corporate Minority interviewee, Charles Anumnu recommends students take advantage of internships while in school. Due to the fact that internships give candidates and employers the opportunity to get to know the work environment and culture prior to agreeing to full-time employment. Additionally, Charles advocates that strong writing and communication skills are a requirement for electrical engineers. Proper communication to fellow teammates and management is imperative so everyone remains on the same page.
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