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Electronics Engineers, Except Computer: reported tasks and exploration worksheet
Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.
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This source lists 20 tasks, including 13 marked Core and 7 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.
Task source dates: 08/2022.
20 tasks shown
Core · Task 5339 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
Core · Task 20497 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
Core · Task 20494 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
Core · Task 5349 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
Core · Task 20496 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
Core · Task 20499 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.
Core · Task 20498 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.
Core · Task 5348 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Prepare documentation containing information such as confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, product development or introduction schedules, product costs, or information about product performance weaknesses.
Core · Task 5350 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.
Core · Task 20495 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.
Core · Task 5354 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Prepare, review, or maintain maintenance schedules, design documentation, or operational reports or charts.
Core · Task 5346 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Inspect electronic equipment, instruments, products, or systems to ensure conformance to specifications, safety standards, or applicable codes or regulations.
Core · Task 20493 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Determine project material or equipment needs.
Supplemental · Task 5355 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Prepare necessary criteria, procedures, reports, or plans for successful conduct of the project with consideration given to site preparation, facility validation, installation, quality assurance, or testing.
Supplemental · Task 5351 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Plan or develop applications or modifications for electronic properties used in components, products, or systems to improve technical performance.
Supplemental · Task 5352 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.
Supplemental · Task 20500 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Prepare budget or cost estimates for equipment, construction, or installation projects or control expenditures.
Supplemental · Task 19621 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Investigate green consumer electronics applications for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.
Supplemental · Task 5357 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Represent employer at conferences, meetings, boards, panels, committees, or working groups to present, explain, or defend findings or recommendations, negotiate compromises or agreements, or exchange information.
Supplemental · Task 19623 · 08/2022 · Incumbent
Research or develop new green electronics technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.
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