Electrical / Electronic Designers

An Electrical or Electronic Designer designs and creates layout for the electrical systems that power lighting, security, telephone and sound in buildings; creates wiring diagrams, develops specifications for electrical systems to meet code requirements. Designs and create layout of the printed circuit boards that are components of most electronic equipment.

About this Career

Average Salary

£30,269

New workers start at around £19,103. Normal pay is £30,269 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £46,633

Annual Openings

30

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

  • Interprets and reviews technical drawings.
  • Visits and advises clients on the use and servicing of electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
  • Diagnoses and detects faults and implements procedures to maintain efficient operation of systems and equipment.
  • Plans installation methods, checks completed installation for safety and controls or undertakes the initial running of the new electrical or electronic equipment or system.
  • Sets up equipment, undertakes tests, takes readings, performs calculations and records and interprets data.
  • Plans and prepares work and test schedules based on specifications and drawings.

Skills Employers are looking for

Skills Importance
Mathematics 70%
Active Learning 68%
Critical Thinking 67%
Reading Comprehension 66%
Learning Strategies 66%
Speaking 61%
Active Listening 60%
Monitoring 60%
Science 55%
Writing 50%

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