Electrical Engineers
O*NET-SOC 17-2071.00 · interest code RIC
Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Realistic — hands-on, physical, practical work with tools, machines, plants or animals — then Investigative and Conventional.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation — usually a four-year degree plus experience.