Electrical Technician

Modify electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, or systems to correct functional deviations.

Assemble or test solar photovoltaic products, such as inverters or energy management systems.

Assemble electrical systems or prototypes, using hand tools or measuring instruments.

Plan method or sequence of operations for developing or testing experimental electronic or electrical equipment.

Interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.

Collaborate with electrical engineers or other personnel to identify, define, or solve developmental problems.

Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.

Write procedures for the commissioning of electrical installations.

Set up or operate test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions.

Build, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, or repair electrical instruments or testing equipment.

Evaluate engineering proposals, shop drawings, or design comments for sound electrical engineering practice or conformance with established safety or design criteria.

Assess electrical components for consumer electronics applications, such as fuel cells for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.

Inspect electrical project work for quality control and assurance.

Plan, schedule, or monitor work of project support personnel.

Identify solutions to on-site technical design problems involving electrical systems equipment.

Build or test electrical components of electric-drive vehicles or prototype vehicles.

Create or modify electrical components to be used in renewable energy generation.

Prepare, review, or coordinate ongoing modifications to contract specifications or plans.

Perform supervisory duties, such as recommending work assignments, approving leaves, or completing performance evaluations.

Provide technical assistance in resolving electrical engineering problems encountered before, during, or after construction.

Write engineering specifications to clarify design details or functional criteria of experimental electronics units.

Participate in the development or testing of electrical aspects of new green technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.

Prepare electrical project cost or work-time estimates.

Install or maintain electrical control systems or solid state equipment.