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Pathway: Tech Support
Job: Hardware Engineer
Job Description
Computer Hardware Engineers do research, design, develops and test computer hardware and supervises its manufacture and installation. (Hardware refers to computer chips, circuit boards, systems and related equipment).
Necessary Education
- Bachelor’s Degree and specific certifications
- Helpful High School Courses
- Computer Applications, English, Advanced Mathematics, Science
Working Conditions
- Most work in computer and office equipment manufacturing
- Most work 40+ hours per week
- Work often requires overtime to meet deadlines
- Work may require lifting, bending and stopping
Salary Range
- 2003, Delaware average annual salary,
$71,900
- 2003, Delaware average hourly wage,
$34.57
Career Ladder Information
- Master Degree, Certification update and continued education are necessary for advancement
- Many move into supervisory or management positions
- Consulting opportunities allow for growth
Personal Qualities and Interests
You:
- Have very good analytical skills
- Like to trouble shoot and solve problems
- Are good working with your hands
- Like dealing with detail and working on multiple tasks
- Are a good team player
Did you know?
The number of hardware engineers is relatively small compared to the number of computer-related workers; however, employment will increase faster than the average.
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