Sample Resume for a Midlevel Electrical Engineer

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Jobs for electrical engineers are projected to grow by 7% (or 21,300 jobs) from 2016 through 2026, According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). You’ll find the highest level of employment for this job in the following states: California, Texas, New York, Michigan, and Massachusetts; and in the following metropolitan areas: New York City, Los Angeles, San Jose, California; Boston, and Dallas.

As an electrical engineer, you can expect to make a median wage of $97,970 per year, or $47.10 per hour, according to the BLS.

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Midlevel Electrical Engineer Resume Sample

LORNA PETERSON, PE
Sometown, NC 28307
Cell: 555.555.1234 lp@somedomain.com | LinkedIn URL

Qualifications Summary

Dedicated U.S. Army electrical systems repairer, Professional Engineer (PE) and graduate of ABET-accredited BSEE program. Combine leadership skills with a solid foundation in circuitry and schematic design, electromechanical repairs, avionics and electromagnetic devices. Offer experience in electrical technologies, including analog and digital circuits, signal processing and wireless networks. Skilled in using tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, LCR meters and curve tracers.

Education & Training

ABC UNIVERSITY (Sometown, NC)
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Emphasis in Electrical Systems

Courses:
Electrical Engineering Fundamentals, Network Analysis, Digital Logic Design, Analog Circuit Design, Electronic Devices & Circuits, Electromagnetics, Linear Systems & Signals, Random Signals, Digital Systems Engineering, Integrated Circuits, VLSI Circuit Design, Microelectrical Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
Activities:
Member, Secretary and Membership Chair, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) — Student Branch

Professional Engineer, National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying
US ARMY – ADVANCED INDIVIDUAL TRAINING (AIT) SCHOOL

Graduate, Avionics/Electrical Systems Repair School

Courses:
Electrical Safety Procedures, Fundamentals of Electricity & Electronic Circuits, Junction Box Wiring Techniques, Electrical Services & Switches, Electric Circuit Diagnostics, Avionics Systems/Repairs, Advanced Troubleshooting

Electrical Systems Experience

US Army (Stationed at Fort Bragg, NC, following basic training and deployed internationally)
Electrical Systems Repairer, 2010 to Present
Earned meritorious promotions, progressing from private (E1/E2) to private 1st class (E3) to specialist (E4) during enlisted service. Maintain and repair electrical systems, wiring and components for aircraft armament, missile and fire control systems.

Highlights of achievements:

  • Earned three medals, five ribbons, three letters of commendation and numerous citations for excellence during military service.
  • Honored with awards for proactive leadership and expert electrical systems troubleshooting that enhanced mission-readiness in both combat and peacekeeping arenas.
  • Demonstrated competencies in the upkeep, diagnosis and repair of electrical circuits and wiring.
  • Isolated faults and resolved electrical system malfunctions of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Gained thorough knowledge of power and distribution systems, circuit calculations, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, process control and instrumentation.

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