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What They Do |
Computer and telecommunications hardware engineers perform some or all of the following duties:
 | Research, evaluate and integrate network system and data communication hardware and software |
| Assess, document and optimize the capacity and performance of information and communication system networks |
| May lead and co-ordinate teams of design professionals in the development and integration of information and communication system architecture, hardware and software. |
| Computer engineers may specialize in a number of areas including analog and digital signal processing, fibre optics, integrated circuits, lasers, microprocessors, microwaves and radio astronomy. |
| Analyze user's requirements, and design and develop system architecture and specifications |
| Research, design, develop and integrate computer and telecommunications hardware such as microprocessors, integrated circuit boards and semiconductor lasers |
| Develop and conduct design verification simulations and prototype bench tests of components |
| Supervise, inspect and provide design support during the manufacturing, installation and implementation of computer and telecommunications hardware |
| Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and clients |
| May lead and co-ordinate teams of engineers, technologists, technicians and drafters in the design and development of computer and telecommunications hardware. |
Network system and data communication engineers perform some or all of the following duties:
| Research, design and develop information and communication system network architecture |
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Where They Find Work — Top Occupational Areas |
| Computer systems design and related services |
21.0% |
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| Information and cultural industries |
18.0% |
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| Computer and electronic product manufacturing |
17.0% |
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| Public administration |
5.0% |
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| Scientific research and development services |
5.0% |
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| Architectural engineering and related services |
5.0% |
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| Computer engineers work for computer/telecommunications hardware manufacturers; engineering, manufacturing, and telecommunications firms; and information technology consulting firms in business/government. |
| The unionization rate (17%) is below the average (32%) for all occupations. |
| The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of Computer Engineers (Except Software Engineers) are found in Alberta and Ontario while the lowest concentrations are in Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland. |
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