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Sobhan Mohmand, Career Expert 3 Feb 2021

Tip: Use the Electrical Engineer CV Template below as an example to help you write your own personal and fully-tailored CV.

Eric Fraser

266 Hamilton Road
Corey
CA40 9UG
Mob: 079 8577 6784 Email: [email protected]

Personal profile statement

I am a highly competent and well-organised Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in the development and maintenance of both low and high voltage electrical control systems. Comfortable assessing complex designs, I possess strong design, fault-finding and process improvement skills which have enabled me to successfully convert ideas into working designs which meet the customer requirements. I am an extremely proactive team player with excellent communication skills, and can also work independently and unsupervised.

Achievements

Degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from Birmingham University
Over four years practical experience working in the sector
Qualified in Health and Safety regulations

Education

2010 – 2014

BEng Electronic & Electrical Engineering

Birmingham University

Grade achieved: [2:1]

Relevant Modules:

Engineering Material (70%)
Engineering Mathematics (69%)
Mechanics (68%)
Electrical Circuits (68%)
Design project (60%)

2009 – 2010
Results: Mathematics: A Design Technology: A Business: B

A Levels

Birmingham College

2000 – 2009
Results: 11 GCSEs at Grades A*- C, including Maths and English.

GCSEs

Birmingham Academy

Work experience

Sept 2013 – Present

Electrical Engineer Green Electricals

Main duties performed:

Designing electrical systems and products
Using AutoCAD software to create or modify existing product drawings
Creating and producing engineering documentation
Interpreting designs and technical blueprints
Producing technical drawings, prototype systems and circuit models
Installing, servicing, repairing and maintaining electrical systems across domestic, commercial and industrial sites
Dismantling, replacing, cleaning and refurbishing parts of existing systems
Participating in meetings with clients, senior management and fellow engineers
Holding design reviews from conceptual design through to final design
Conducting feasibility studies
Performing fire alarm testing, AC unit maintenance, lighting checks, fire extinguishers servicing, emergency callouts, and other general maintenance duties in and around the properties
Travelling between various locations to meet clients, carry out property checks, assist other engineers, deliver products or spare parts and performing maintenance jobs
Performing safety checks on plugs, sockets, extensions and cables
Liaising with various professionals from both internal and external teams
Adhering to the UK electrical standards and health and safety regulation

Feb 2011 – Sept 2013

Quality Manager C&S Electronics

Main duties performed:

Designing company standards and carried out quality testing
Specifying Health and Safety requirements in the workplace
Ensuring that all projects complied with electrical safety standards in the UK
Analysing performance and efficiency to develop more economical strategies and procedures
Communicating quality standards to employees across all departments
Collating market data to analyse competitiveness and ensure optimal output

Qualifications

Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace – CPD
Requirements for Electrical Installations Certificate – City & Guilds

Skills

Excellent problem-solving skills; with the ability to identify design flaws and generate viable solutions
Strong IT skills; demonstrated in familiarity with a range of specialist engineering and design software
Excellent management; ensuring projects come in on budget and run according to schedule
Good planning and design skills; reflected in technical drawing ability and detailed computer generated blueprints
Advanced communication skills; reflected in an ability to explain complex design systems to colleagues and liaise effectively with a range of departments
Extremely thorough; applying an in-depth knowledge of health and safety law to ensure projects are completed to the very highest standard

Hobbies and interests

Outside of work, I have a keen interest in technology, and I enjoy attending and contributing to a range of technology expositions every year; sharing my technical expertise and ideas. Additionally, I enjoy spending the rest of my free time with my family and friends.

References

Mr Frank Hudson
Manager, Green Electricals
Address: 7 William Rd, Chester, CH28 1KT
Tel: 0755 6579 7855
Email: [email protected]

Mrs Katy Hunter
Senior Engineer, C&S Electronics
Address: 2 Clock St, Leeds, LU1 3HF
Tel: 0660 3457 7685
Email: [email protected]

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Tips

Technical abilities: The job of an Electrical Engineer is very technical and requires one to have specialist skills and abilities to do the job successfully. Your CV should, therefore, focus mostly on your technical skills and experiences such as servicing, replacing and installing electronic systems and being extremely passionate about technology. Your examples may come from your studies, employment, voluntary jobs or even your favourite hobbies.

Good Luck!

Written by Sobhan Mohmand
Sobhan is a qualified Careers Advisor and Professional CV Writer with over 10 years of experience in helping job seekers get a job. He is a Member of the Careers Development Institute (CDI) and is listed on the official UK Register of Career Development Professionals. He holds a Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development (QCF).

OVERVIEW

SALARY RANGE
£20.000 – £45.000
ENTRY
Degree or Relevant Work Experience
WORKING HOURS
38+ hours per week

Competencies

Communication Skills
Excellent communication skills to interact with customers / clients / suppliers
Computing Skills
Having excellent knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office and design software
Practical Skills
Ability to use tools and equipment in a challenging environment
Observation Skills
Ability to achieve thoroughness and accuracy in a given task
Technical Knowledge
Possessing sound and specialist knowledge of electrics and electronic systems
Precision
Being able to identify and specify measurements with precision and working with them accordingly