Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of electrical generation and distribution networks, electrical machinery and components and electronic communications, instrumentation and control systems, equipment, and componentsPrepare material cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for electrical and electronic systems and equipmentDesign electrical and electronic circuits, components, systems and equipmentConduct micro or nanodevices simulations, characterization, process modeling and integration in the development of new electronic devices and productsSupervise and inspect the installation, modification, testing and operation of electrical and electronic systems and equipmentDevelop maintenance and operating standards for electrical and electronic systems and equipmentInvestigate electrical or electronic failuresPrepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for construction or maintenanceSupervise technicians, technologists, programmers, analysts and other engineers.