I want to work in Electronics and Computer Systems

Electrical engineers research, design, develop and install a part of, or the complete life cycle of, electrical products or systems

The nature of your work will depend on the industry you work in. Most employers take on graduate electrical engineers with a view to developing their specialist knowledge further. In these companies you can expect to work alongside engineers from other disciplines, but your role will be to provide electrical engineering expertise.

However, with some employers electrical engineering graduates will develop into more 'generalist' engineers. They may need to pick up knowledge from other areas of engineering and will perform similar jobs to graduates who studied different disciplines.

With a degree in electrical and electronic engineering you can find work in a wide range of sectors including aerospace, automotive, energy, IT and telecommunications

Key skills for electrical engineers

• Enthusiasm
• Good technical abilities
• Innovation
• Teamworking skills
• The ability to work well under pressure
• The motivation to work extra hours when necessary

Key skills list for electrical engineers on Target Jobs

Electrical engineering graduates can find jobs in most engineering sectors. These include the:

• Aerospace industry
• Automotive industry
• Construction industry
• Defence industry
• Electronics industry
• Fast-moving consumer goods industry
• Marine industry
• Materials and metals industry
• Oil and gas industry
• Pharmaceuticals industry
• Power generation industry
• Rail industry
• Utilities industry

What jobs you can do with an electrical engineering degree on Target Jobs

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