Maitland

Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineers are responsible for designing, building and maintaining electrical systems. This can involve working with mobile phone technology, navigation systems, robotics or wiring systems. Many Electrical Engineers also use Computer-Aided Design technology to create systems and other electrical devices and test them through simulation.

An Electrical Engineer can be employed in a range of roles in different industries. They might be working hands-on with electrical circuits or overseeing projects as a Project Manager.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a electrical engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering)

Online
36 months
$37,908
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma of Engineering (Electrical Systems)

Online
12 months
$12,738
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Engineering (Electrical Systems)

Online
24 months
$25,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52883WA

Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Electrical Systems)

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Engineer
52894WA

Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Renewable Energy)

Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52888WA

Advanced Diploma of Applied Electrical Engineering (Power Industry)

Online
24 months
$15,421
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Engineer Power Engineer
UEE50420

Diploma of Electrical Engineering

Blended, On Campus
1 month
$10,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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