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Electronic Circuit Designer
Descriptions & Duties
- Electronic Circuit Designer
A professional who utilises electronic components and software tools to develop and design electronic circuit schematics and printed circuit boards (PCBs).
Key Responsibilities:
1. Research and design electronic circuit schematics for products.
2. Develop printed circuit board (PCB) layouts for electronic products.
3. Use automated software to simulate, test, and optimise circuit performance.
4. Build and prototype electronic circuit hardware.
5. Test circuit reliability, troubleshoot faults, and analyse issues.
6. Generate production support documents (e.g., BOMs, Gerber files).
7. Resolve manufacturing technical issues and guide production personnel.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
Circuit Design Software
Enable the electronic circuits simulation, facilitating design and analysis
Embedded Systems Knowledge
Understand the dedicated computing systems, including microcontrollers and real-time operating systems
Signal Processing
Analyse and manipulate signals to enhance quality and extract information
Testing and Debugging Skills
Identify and resolve design issues using diagnostic tools to ensure system functionality
Schematic Design
Visual representation of circuits using symbols and connections, serving as blueprints for implementation
Related Education & Training
Higher Diploma
Reference
- Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security of the People’s Republic of China (2025)