Electronic/Instrument Engineer


Also known as: Electronics Engineer

Electronic Engineers in the minerals industry plan and implement research methodology and procedures to apply principles of electrical theory to engineering projects;   

Duties

  • Prepare and studies technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, and topographical maps to ensure installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements;
  • Develops applications of controls, instruments, and systems for new commercial, domestic, and industrial uses;
  • Plans layout of electric power generating plants and distribution lines and stations;
  • Operates computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
  • Compiles data and writes reports regarding existing and potential engineering studies and projects;
  • Collects data relating to commercial and residential development, population, and power system interconnection to determine operating efficiency of electrical systems;
  • Estimates labour, material, and construction costs, and prepares specifications for purchase of materials and equipment;
  • Evaluates and analyses data regarding electric power systems and stations, and recommends changes to improve operating efficiency;
  • Inspects completed installations and observes operations for conformance to design and equipment specifications, and operational and safety standards;
  • Confers with engineers, customers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects and products;
  • Performs detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications;
  • Conducts field surveys and studies maps, graphs, diagrams, and other data to identify and correct power system problems;
  • Investigates customer or public complaints, determines nature and extent of problem, and recommends remedial measures;
  • Directs operations and coordinates manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.

Skills Required

  • good at technical activities
  • good leadership skills
  • able to identify, analyse and solve problems
  • good oral and written communication skills
  • enjoy computing and technical design
  • practical and creative
  • able to work independently
  • able to accept responsibility.

Salary

$75 000 - $120 000

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