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Is electronics engineering dead?
It is certainly not dying, but as said by others it is changing radically at break neck speed. The need for EE will not go away, and the fundamentals will remain necessary, but the applied parts of the field evolve fast. Designing for reliability, yield, cost is done very differently than even just a decade ago.
Is EE a dying field?
No Electrical Engineering is not a dying field, in fact, with rapid technological change and innovation, there will be a need for the expertise of ElectricaL Engineers for research and development projects involving electronic devices and systems.
Is electrical engineering becoming obsolete?
EE is no more outdated today than it was in 1968. Mechanical Engineering is also a worthy pursuit though. Both fields should be in high demand for the foreseeable future. To be sure, EEs do a lot more than work with just microelectronics.
Is there innovation in electrical engineering?
Many recent innovations in consumer electrical engineering have to do with wearable devices and electric vehicle capabilities.
Is electrical engineering shrinking?
Overall employment of electrical engineers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2019 to 2029, which is higher than the average for all occupations (4 percent).
Is electrical engineering needed in future?
Overall employment of electrical and electronics engineers is projected to grow 3 percent from 2019 to 2029, about as fast as the average for all occupations. These engineers also will be needed to develop sophisticated consumer electronics.
What does an electronics engineer do for the government?
Electronics engineers who work for the federal government research, develop, and evaluate electronic devices used in a variety of areas, such as aviation, computing, transportation, and manufacturing. They work on federal electronic devices and systems, including satellites, flight systems, radar and sonar systems, and communications systems.
What education is required to become an Electrical and Electronics engineer?
In order to enter the occupation, prospective electrical and electronics engineers need a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, electrical engineering technology, or a related engineering field. Programs include classroom, laboratory, and field studies.
What is the job outlook for Electrical and Electronics Engineers?
Overall employment of electrical and electronics engineers is projected to grow 3 percent from 2019 to 2029, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Employment growth is expected to be tempered by slow growth or decline in some industries, such as manufacturing and utilities.
What happens to senior engineers during an economic downturn?
Senior engineers will be targeted for layoffs at the first whiff of an economic downturn. They make too much money and don’t work as hard as young engineers. It is also difficult to find a job as a senior engineer. Lots of senior engineers will be laid off around the same time and everyone will be looking for a job.