Summary Electrical Engineer in Canada
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Find key facts and figures about working as an electrical engineer. The following information is applicable to all Electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310).

Description

Electrical and electronics engineers design, plan, research, evaluate and test electrical and electronic equipment and systems. They are employed by electrical utilities, communications companies, manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment, consulting firms, and by a wide range of manufacturing, processing and transportation industries and government.

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Requirements

University

This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

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Wages

$46.63/hour

Median wage in Canada

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Prospects

Varies

The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.

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Jobs

203 jobs

advertised in Canada

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Competencies

  • Product Design
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Decision Making
  • Numeracy

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