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What this job is
An electronics engineer designs, develops, and tests electronic circuits, components, and systems for applications ranging from consumer devices to industrial control systems. They work in design offices, laboratories, and manufacturing environments to create solutions that meet electrical performance, safety, and regulatory standards. The role involves using computer-aided design (CAD) software, simulation tools, and prototyping equipment to translate specifications into functional electronic products.
Pay
A$2,762 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Attention to Detailcore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Process Improvement Identificationcore
- Quality Assurance and Checkingcore
- Regulatory and Legislative Awarenesscore
- Report Writingcore
- Research and Analysiscore
- Risk Identificationcore
- Stakeholder Communicationcore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Written Communicationcore
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Continuous Learning and Upskilling
- Digital Literacy
- Goal Setting and Planning
- Microsoft Excel Data Management
- Negotiation
- Power BI Reporting and Dashboards
- Process Documentation