Apply electrical theory and related knowledge to test and modify developmental or operational electrical machinery and electrical control equipment and circuitry in industrial or commercial plants and laboratories. Usually work under direction of engineering staff.

• Electrical Technician
• Electrician, Research

• Analyze and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.
• Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Build, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical instruments or testing equipment.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers and other personnel to identify, define, and solve developmental problems.
• Conduct inspections for quality control and assurance programs, reporting findings and recommendations.
• Draw or modify diagrams and write engineering specifications to clarify design details and functional criteria of experimental electronics units.
• Evaluate engineering proposals, shop drawings and design comments for sound electrical engineering practice and conformance with established safety and design criteria, and recommend approval or disapproval.
• Install and maintain electrical control systems and solid state equipment.
• Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, and systems to correct functional deviations.
• Perform supervisory duties such as recommending work assignments, approving leaves and completing performance evaluations.
• Plan method and sequence of operations for developing and testing experimental electronic and electrical equipment.
• Plan, schedule and monitor work of support personnel to assist supervisor.
• Prepare contracts and initiate, review and coordinate modifications to contract specifications and plans throughout the construction process.
• Prepare project cost and work-time estimates.
• Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during, and after construction.
• Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and record results.
• Visit construction sites to observe conditions impacting design and to identify solutions to technical design problems involving electrical systems equipment that arise during construction.
• Write commissioning procedures for electrical installations.

• analyze engineering test data
• analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
• analyze test data
• calculate engineering specifications
• calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
• communicate technical information
• confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel
• develop plans for programs or projects
• draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale
• estimate cost for engineering projects
• evaluate engineering data
• fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
• follow manufacturing methods or techniques
• follow statistical process control procedures
• inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
• install electronic equipment, components, or systems
• install, maintain, or repair electronics manufacturing equipment
• install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
• modify electrical or electronic equipment or products
• operate precision test equipment
• prepare technical reports or related documentation
• read blueprints
• read manufacturing outlines for electronic products
• read schematics
• read technical drawings
• repair computer controlled manufacturing systems
• repair electronic components, equipment, or systems
• resolve engineering or science problems
• solder electrical or electronic connections or components
• test equipment as part of engineering projects or processes
• troubleshoot electronics manufacturing equipment
• understand detailed electronic design specifications
• understand engineering data or reports
• understand service or repair manuals
• understand technical information for electronic repair work
• understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
• use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques
• use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
• use knowledge of metric system
• use precision measuring tools or equipment
• use robotics systems technology
• use scientific research methodology
• use technical information in manufacturing or industrial activities
• use technical regulations for engineering problems