Electrical Engineer Draftsperson and Technicians

Electric Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians worked in most parts of Australia. They primarily work in Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services; Construction; and Professional, Scientific and Technical Services. Common duties include: 

• prepare illustrations, plans and diagrams of electrical installations and circuitry
• help Electrical Engineers and Engineering Technologists in the layout and design of electrical installations and circuitry on substations, switchgear, cabling systems and motor control systems
• gather information, perform tests and calculations, graph results, and prepare charts and tabulations
• assemble, install, test, calibrate, modify and repair electrical equipment and installations to conform with regulations and safety requirements
• examine designs and finished products for compliance with regulations and specifications 

Employment for the sector grew strong in the last five years and will continue in the next five years: 11,200 in 2018 to 12,200 in 2023 or 5,000 job openings per year. 

Electric Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians are required to have a diploma, relevant experience, and registration.