Electrical / Electronic Designers

An Electrical or Electronic Designer designs and creates layout for the electrical systems that power lighting, security, telephone and sound in buildings; creates wiring diagrams, develops specifications for electrical systems to meet code requirements. Designs and create layout of the printed circuit boards that are components of most electronic equipment.

About this Career

Average Salary

£45,432

New workers start at around £28,976. Normal pay is £45,432 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £68,680

Annual Openings

22

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

  • Tests, diagnoses faults and undertakes repair of electronic equipment.
  • Organises and establishes control systems to monitor performance and evaluate designs.
  • Determines and specifies appropriate production and/or installation methods and quality and safety standards.
  • Conceives and develops engineering designs from product ideas in electronics engineering.
  • Undertakes research and advises on all aspects of telecoms equipment, radar, telemetry and remote-control systems, data processing equipment, microwaves and other electronic equipment.

Skills Employers are looking for

Skills Importance
Reading Comprehension 83%
Active Learning 79%
Mathematics 76%
Critical Thinking 75%
Active Listening 74%
Monitoring 73%
Learning Strategies 72%
Writing 72%
Speaking 70%
Science 67%