Electrical engineers design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, or power generation equipment. Electrical engineers also design the electrical systems of automobiles and aircraft.Electronics engineers design and develop electronic equipment, such as broadcast and communications systems, from portable music players to global positioning systems (GPS). Many also work in areas closely related to computer hardware.DutiesElectrical engineers typically do the following:Design new ways to use electrical power to develop or improve productsDo detailed calculations to develop manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specificationsDirect manufacturing, installing, and testing of electrical equipment to ensure that products meet specifications and codesInvestigate complaints from customers or the public, evaluate problems, and recommend solutionsWork with project managers on production efforts to ensure that projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budgetElectronics engineers typically do the following:Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applicationsAnalyze customer needs and determine electrical system requirements, capacity, and cost to develop a system planDevelop maintenance and testing procedures for electronic components and equipmentEvaluate systems and recommend design modifications or equipment repairInspect electronic equipment, instruments, and systems to make sure they meet safety standards and applicable regulationsPlan and develop applications and modifications for electronic properties used in parts and systems to improve technical performance.