Electronic Engineer
Design and develop electronic systems and components. Work on circuits, embedded systems, electronic devices, and modern technology products.
What you need to know
Overview
Electronic Engineers design and develop electronic systems, circuits, and devices. They work on everything from consumer electronics to medical devices, telecommunications equipment, and IoT systems. This role combines theoretical knowledge with practical problem-solving to create innovative electronic solutions.
Ireland's strong manufacturing and medical device sectors employ electronic engineers designing products used globally. Companies like Analog Devices, Intel, and numerous MedTech firms offer excellent opportunities.
Key responsibilities
- Design electronic circuits and systems
- Develop embedded systems
- Test and debug electronic designs
- Work with PCB design tools
- Program microcontrollers
- Analyze system performance
- Collaborate with other engineers
- Document designs and specifications
- Ensure compliance with standards
- Troubleshoot electronic issues
What skills are needed?
Electronics
- • Circuit design and analysis
- • Embedded systems
- • PCB design (Altium, Eagle)
- • Analog and digital electronics
- • Signal processing
Programming
- • C/C++ for embedded systems
- • Microcontroller programming
- • MATLAB/Simulink
- • FPGA programming (VHDL, Verilog)
- • Python for automation
Professional Skills
- • Problem-solving
- • Analytical thinking
- • Attention to detail
- • Teamwork
- • Project management
What is the pay?
Average Salary in Ireland
€35,000 - €65,000
Graduate electronic engineers earn €35,000-€42,000, mid-level engineers earn €45,000-€58,000, while senior engineers command €60,000-€75,000. Principal engineers can earn €80,000+.
MedTech and semiconductor sectors typically pay premium salaries. Benefits include health insurance, pension contributions, professional development, and career progression opportunities in Ireland's strong manufacturing sector.
What is the career outlook?
Job Growth
Steady demand in Ireland's manufacturing and MedTech sectors. Over 500 electronic engineer positions advertised annually. Strong graduate recruitment programs.
Why the growth?
- • IoT device proliferation
- • Medical device innovation
- • Smart technology demand
- • Semiconductor industry growth
- • Renewable energy systems
- • Automotive electronics
What education is required?
Educational Pathways
Level 8 Engineering Degree
Electronic Engineering or Electronic & Computer Engineering from Irish universities (UL, UCC, UCD, TCD). 4-year programs accredited by Engineers Ireland.
Professional Registration
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status through Engineers Ireland enhances career prospects. Typically achieved after 4-5 years professional experience.
Key Course Topics
- • Circuit theory and analysis
- • Digital electronics
- • Embedded systems
- • Signal processing
- • Microprocessors and microcontrollers
- • PCB design
- • Control systems
- • Power electronics
- • Communications systems
- • Electronic design automation
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