As an electrical engineer, you're responsible for the lifecycle of electrical projects, from the design phase to delivery and beyond. The specific responsibilities associated with this job vary depending on the engineer's area of specialization, but may include:
Communicating with customers to determine their requirements
Designing electrical products and systems based on client briefs
Estimating costs and timelines for project delivery
Interpreting technical drawings and design specifications
Creating project prototypes and models using three-dimensional design software
Communicating with team members during project design and development
Designing and performing tests to determine whether new products and systems meet standards
Recording and evaluating test data
Proposing electrical product and system modifications to improve quality and efficiency
Monitoring user comments to learn of areas where products and systems warrant improvements
Retesting electrical products and systems to determine whether modifications have desired effect