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Electrical Engineers

Job Data

  • Typical education: Bachelor's Degree

Salary Range

  • New York State: $71,410-$130,070 per year
  • Capital Region: $74,280-$131,220 per year
  • Central New York: $74,140-$117,140 per year
  • Finger Lakes: $70,510-$118,900 per year
  • Hudson Valley: $70,630-$133,110 per year
  • Long Island: $71,300-$136,920 per year
  • Mohawk Valley: $70,990-$125,120 per year
  • New York City: $71,110-$136,420 per year
  • North Country: $66,260-$108,060 per year
  • Southern Tier: $72,520-$118,960 per year
  • Western New York: $72,860-$120,850 per year

Typical Tasks

  1. Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform engineering tasks.
  2. Prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements.
  3. Confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.
  4. Design, implement, maintain, or improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, or domestic purposes.
  5. Direct or coordinate manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, or testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements.