What it pays
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Half of all Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians in the U.S. earn more than $78,190 a year — the middle 80% land between $49,510 and $115,700. About 95,130 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Professionals earn about ₹38,298 a month on average — around ₹4.6 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$78,190typical pay / year
95,130people in this work
$115,700+top 10% earn
₹4.6 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Test yourself →The work, task by task
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Fixing1
Replace defective components or parts
+Replace the defective charging-module and its contactors at Site A, verify replacement parts match the wiring…
Replace defective components or parts
+Replace the defective charging-module and its contactors at Site A, verify replacement parts match the wiring diagram, record measured voltages and insulation readings, then close the work ticket and notify Operations by 17:00 today.
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Analysing3
Apply electrical and electronic theory and knowledge
+Apply electrical and electronic theory to diagnose intermittent fault at Bay 3: trace the control wiring,…
Apply electrical and electronic theory and knowledge
+Apply electrical and electronic theory to diagnose intermittent fault at Bay 3: trace the control wiring, measure DC ripple and grounding resistance, adjust the control board bias per schematic, and file findings in the service log by end of shift.
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Draw diagrams and write specifications
+Draw a single-line diagram and write the equipment specification for the new dual-port charger at Depot 2,…
Draw diagrams and write specifications
+Draw a single-line diagram and write the equipment specification for the new dual-port charger at Depot 2, include conductor sizes, protective device ratings, and a parts list so procurement can order by Friday.
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Aid in testing electrical devices and facilities
+Aid in testing the new pedestal units by executing the functional test plan: run charge sessions, log…
Aid in testing electrical devices and facilities
+Aid in testing the new pedestal units by executing the functional test plan: run charge sessions, log communication handshakes, capture voltage/current waveforms, and report any anomalies to Engineering within 24 hours.
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Protecting1
Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards
+Ensure the charger installation at Garage B meets electrical safety standards: verify RCD settings, torque on…
Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards
+Ensure the charger installation at Garage B meets electrical safety standards: verify RCD settings, torque on main lugs, bonding continuity, and update the compliance checklist with measured values before issuing the certificate of completion.
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Make1
Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes
+Assemble the prototype charging controller rack: populate the PCB mounts, wire the power bus per the layout,…
Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes
+Assemble the prototype charging controller rack: populate the PCB mounts, wire the power bus per the layout, bench-test the control circuits for correct outputs, and hand the prototype to the test bench by Wednesday.
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The daily work16
Inspect designs for quality control
+Inspect the new charger installation drawings for compliance and handoff: verify conductor sizes,…
Inspect designs for quality control
+Inspect the new charger installation drawings for compliance and handoff: verify conductor sizes, fault-current calculations, grounding details, connector orientations, and control wiring against the client spec, flag any nonconformances and attach annotated markups today.
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Build prototypes from plans or sketches
+Build a working prototype from the wall-mount charger sketch and wiring diagram: assemble the enclosure,…
Build prototypes from plans or sketches
+Build a working prototype from the wall-mount charger sketch and wiring diagram: assemble the enclosure, mount the connector and control board, wire power and communication harnesses, bench-test charge sequence and log voltage, current and error behavior for tomorrow's review.
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Perform technical tasks
+Perform the day's technical tasks on the site units: measure open-circuit and load voltages, check insulation…
Perform technical tasks
+Perform the day's technical tasks on the site units: measure open-circuit and load voltages, check insulation resistance and ground continuity, update the wiring diagram with any field changes, and record readings with timestamps for the service report.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelESCO
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Aid in operation of electrical devices and facilities
+Support operation of the charging room and equipment: monitor station status, cycle the power to the…
Aid in operation of electrical devices and facilities
+Support operation of the charging room and equipment: monitor station status, cycle the power to the distribution panel if a fault appears, verify HVAC and charger cooling fans running, liaise with facilities to isolate upstream breakers when needed, and note any recurring alarms.
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Set up and operate test equipment
+Set up the bench test for the new 22 kW charger: assemble the test harness, connect the power analyzer and…
Set up and operate test equipment
+Set up the bench test for the new 22 kW charger: assemble the test harness, connect the power analyzer and insulation tester, run the four prescribed load cycles, record voltage, current and leakage readings, and flag any out-of-spec result to Dan by end of shift.
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Support the integration of electronic components into systems
+Support the control board integration: fit the new relay and thermistor into the prototype cabinet, wire the…
Support the integration of electronic components into systems
+Support the control board integration: fit the new relay and thermistor into the prototype cabinet, wire the CAN and control power, bench-verify signal timing against the schematic, and report integration issues and suggested wire routing to Leah before Thursday install.
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Identify solutions to technical design problems
+Troubleshoot the intermittent charging cutout: trace the AC and DC paths on the schematic, reproduce the…
Identify solutions to technical design problems
+Troubleshoot the intermittent charging cutout: trace the AC and DC paths on the schematic, reproduce the fault on the bench with intentional stress, document the failure mode, propose two corrective changes to the wiring or component values, and send recommendations to Miguel by tomorrow noon.
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Calculate design specifications or cost, material, and resource estimates, and prepare project schedules and budgets.
+Produce costed installation specs for the downtown depot: list cable lengths, conduit runs, breaker sizes and…
Calculate design specifications or cost, material, and resource estimates, and prepare project schedules and budgets.
+Produce costed installation specs for the downtown depot: list cable lengths, conduit runs, breaker sizes and mounting hardware for ten dual chargers, estimate material and labour hours, build a three-month purchase and install schedule, and submit the budget draft to Emma by Friday.
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Participate in training or continuing education activities to stay abreast of engineering or industry advances.
+Arrange training for the field crew on the new firmware and safety procedures: review the firmware change…
Participate in training or continuing education activities to stay abreast of engineering or industry advances.
+Arrange training for the field crew on the new firmware and safety procedures: review the firmware change notes, draft a two-hour hands-on session with test stations and safety checklist, book the training room for next Wednesday, and invite Sam, Priya and the three technicians.
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Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.
+Compare three supplier options for the DC fast charger modules: list part numbers, unit price, warranty…
Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.
+Compare three supplier options for the DC fast charger modules: list part numbers, unit price, warranty terms, lead time, expected lifetime operating cost, and recommend the best value with rationale for procurement to Anna by Monday.
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Review, develop, or prepare maintenance standards.
+Draft a clear set of maintenance standards for our Level 3 chargers on the depot floor covering inspection…
Review, develop, or prepare maintenance standards.
+Draft a clear set of maintenance standards for our Level 3 chargers on the depot floor covering inspection intervals, torque and insulation values, firmware update procedure, spare-part list, and safety checks so site teams can follow them from next Monday.
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Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable or nonsustainable designs.
+Run a cost comparison of the current sustainable charger enclosure versus the sheet-metal alternative,…
Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable or nonsustainable designs.
+Run a cost comparison of the current sustainable charger enclosure versus the sheet-metal alternative, summarise material, labour, warranty and energy losses per unit, and produce a one-page recommendation for procurement before the Thursday sourcing meeting.
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Use mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting
+Calculate worst-case voltage drop and heat rise for the new 150 kW cabinet using measured cable runs and…
Use mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting
+Calculate worst-case voltage drop and heat rise for the new 150 kW cabinet using measured cable runs and connector resistance, show the safety margins and recommended conductor sizes so the installation crew can order parts by Friday.
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Help plan and develop communications equipment
+Outline the communications rack layout and spec the radio, Ethernet switch and antenna placement for the…
Help plan and develop communications equipment
+Outline the communications rack layout and spec the radio, Ethernet switch and antenna placement for the downtown site so the telecom vendor can quote exact parts and we can test connectivity on installation day.
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Assist in product evaluation and testing
+Set up a test plan for the new charging connector: list pass/fail criteria, measurement points, tools needed,…
Assist in product evaluation and testing
+Set up a test plan for the new charging connector: list pass/fail criteria, measurement points, tools needed, test voltages and environmental checks, and schedule a three-hour bench session with the validation lab next Wednesday.
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Visit sites to observe conditions affecting design
+Visit the Riverside parking lot, record pedestal locations, existing conduit routes, nearby transformers, and…
Visit sites to observe conditions affecting design
+Visit the Riverside parking lot, record pedestal locations, existing conduit routes, nearby transformers, and signal levels, photograph each constraint, and return a site sketch with measured distances so engineering can update the mount design by Friday.
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