Electrical Design Engineer

An Electrical Design Engineer designs electrical systems and components for various applications, such as buildings, industrial equipment, or power distribution networks. You might work on creating circuit diagrams, selecting electrical equipment, or ensuring systems comply with safety standards. Electrical Design Engineers focus on delivering efficient, reliable, and compliant designs. You’ll use specialised software to create detailed plans and collaborate with engineers and contractors to implement your designs.

Electrical Design Engineers play a critical role in ensuring the functionality and safety of electrical systems. You’ll need strong analytical and technical skills, along with the ability to solve complex problems. You’ll liaise with project teams, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure designs meet all requirements and are delivered on time.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $107,120
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a electrical design engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

Blended, On Campus
4 years
$0 - $120,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering)

On Campus, 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.
UET60222

Advanced Diploma of ESI – Power 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.

Professional Certificate of Competency in Circuit Breakers, Switchgear and Power Transformers

Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Power System Analysis and Design

Online
6 months
$5,094
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Power System Protection

Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Wiring Standards: AS/NZS 3000:2018 (Australia and New Zealand Only)

Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Professional Certificate of Competency in Substation Design (Main Equipment)

Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Professional Certificate of Competency in IEC 61850 Based Substation Automation

Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) (Honours)

On Campus, Online
4 years
$37,256
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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