What careers are available after an electrical/electronic engineering degree?
A degree in electrical and electronic engineering can lead to a wide range of careers, including research and development of electrical or electronic equipment; circuit, semiconductor, and embedded-systems design; technical roles in control, communications, and power; manufacturing engineering; quality assurance; maintenance; and technical sales. Options vary with the subjects studied and practical or research experience, and some graduates also move into IT or software-related work.
Key points
- Design and development careers are available in areas such as circuits, semiconductors, embedded systems, control, communications, and power.
- Potential industries include manufacturing, infrastructure, telecommunications, IT, and energy.
- Careers also include manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, maintenance, and technical sales, not only research and development.
Things to check
- Specific employers and qualification requirements vary by university and course, employer, and the student's knowledge and experience, so applicants should check official course and career information as well as job requirements.