Job outlooks for Electrical and electronics engineers

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meter engineer (21310)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Mining, technology and ocean industries provide potential opportunities over the forecast period. Candidates must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador (PEGNL) to practice as an electrical and electronics engineer. However, employers will often hire university graduates who meet the academic requirements for registration with PEGNL but have not yet fulfilled other requirements. Digital literacy is an asset and knowledge of certain software packages and processes may improve an individual's chances at obtaining employment, depending on the type of work.

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 41%
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 18%
      • Air transportation (NAICS 481): 7%
      • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 83% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • 74% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 26% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • 9% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 93% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 7% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 66% compared to 14% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 20% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 39%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 27%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 10%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%

  • Prince Edward IslandUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Nova ScotiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    This is one of the largest groups of engineers in the province, and the Halifax area has a fairly broad base of employers who are involved with specialized electrical/electronic technologies. Power developments, the Irving Shipbuilding project and its subcontractors, telecommunications companies, engineering firms and employers involved with marine technologies are among potential sources of employment. As with many occupations, prospects for less-experienced workers may vary, and the large majority of employment occurs in the Halifax area.

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 950 people work in this occupation.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 28%
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 19%
      • Computer and Electrical Manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 12%
      • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 8%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 94% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 77% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 7% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 88% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 13% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 66% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 19% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 42%
        • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 25%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 21%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 12%

    • Cape Breton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 44%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 44%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 12%

    • Halifax Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 740 people work in this occupation.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 32%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 21%
        • Other manufacturing (NAICS 313-316, 322-323, 327, 331, 333-335, 337, 339): 13%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%

    • North Shore Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): more than 95%

    • Southern Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 20 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 72%
        • Plastics and rubber products and chemicals manufacturing (NAICS 325-326): 28%

  • New BrunswickModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers are employed in engineering firms, for public utilities and a variety of other businesses.
    • Candidates must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick, in order to practice as a Civil engineer. However, employers will often hire university graduates who are working towards accreditation.
    • Technological advancements are increasingly broadening the scope of knowledge required by electrical and electronics engineers. Some examples include renewable energy, 5G technology and electronic vehicle (EV) infrastructure.
    • Digital literacy is an asset and knowledge of certain software packages and processes may improve job prospects, depending on the type of work. Valuable skills for electrical engineers include technical writing, computer-aided design (CAD), research and development, project planning, mapping, data visualization and database management. Some employers will require certifications in order to demonstrate proficiency in certain areas.

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 31%
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 28%
      • Computer and Electrical Manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 7%
      • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 82% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 18% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 11% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 87% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 13% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: n/a
      • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 68% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 18% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Computer and Electrical Manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 80%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 10%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 9%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 67%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 18%
        • Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 43%
        • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing (NAICS 324): 16%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 13%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 13%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

  • QuebecModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Quebec:

    • Approximately 8,700 people work in this occupation.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 27%
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 13%
      • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 9%
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 7%
      • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 5%
    • 81% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 19% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 5% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 89% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 11% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 5% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 64% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 28% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Electrical equipment, appliance and component manufacturing (NAICS 335): 30%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 28%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 21%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 10%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 8%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 50%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 24%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 16%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 10%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 730 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 37%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 12%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 11%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 6%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 27%
        • Paper manufacturing (NAICS 322): 24%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 15%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 11%
        • Electrical equipment, appliance and component manufacturing (NAICS 335): 11%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 190 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 35%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 18%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 15%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 8%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 7%

    • Côte-Nord Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Approximately 70 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 68%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 12%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 10%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 9%

    • Estrie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 45%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 13%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 10%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 9%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

    • Lanaudière Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 31%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 23%
        • Electrical equipment, appliance and component manufacturing (NAICS 335): 10%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 8%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%

    • Laurentides Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 510 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 31%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 18%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 13%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 6%

    • Laval Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 6,210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 46%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 16%
        • Electrical equipment, appliance and component manufacturing (NAICS 335): 12%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 9%

    • Montréal Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 6,210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 1,660 people work in this occupation.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 40%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 18%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 9%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 6%

    • Nord-du-Québec Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 68%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 12%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 10%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 9%

    • Outaouais Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 27%
        • Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 7%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 6%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 35%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 25%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 19%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 12%

  • OntarioLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There

    • Variety of industries, but the leading share is in professional, scientific and technical services industry, mainly in engineering and related services
    • Manufacturing, including computer and electronic product, and transportation equipment producers
    • Utilities, mainly electric power generation, transmission and distribution.

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment

    • Manufacturing industry's shift towards more advanced processes
    • However, job prospects are expected to be moderated due to weak business conditions in the sector, particularly in automotive production
    • Ongoing demand for engineering consulting services across other industries
    • Investments in the province's energy grid

    What Skills Do I Need To Succeed

    • Generally, 'engineering' is a regulated occupation in Ontario. Individuals must be licensed by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) to practise 'professional' engineering in the province
    • An unlicensed engineering graduate can carry out work in the occupation, however a licensed engineer must take responsibility and sign off on the work

    What Other Information Will I find Helpful

    • In general, Bridging Programs are available to assist internationally trained professionals in various fields enter the labour market more quickly in the province.

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Ontario:

    • Approximately 16,350 people work in this occupation.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 30%
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 11%
      • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 8%
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 7%
      • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 5%
    • 81% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 19% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 10% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 87% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 13% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 53% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 36% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 1,260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 43%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 8%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 5%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 310 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 68%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 9%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 7%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 1,540 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 41%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 12%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 9%
        • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 7%

    • London Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the London region:

      • Approximately 470 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 35%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 12%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 9%
        • Other transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 3364-3369): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 27%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 25%
        • Other transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 3364-3369): 20%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 12%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 9%

    • Northeast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 18%
        • Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 10%
        • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (NAICS 21): 9%
        • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 5%

    • Northwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 37%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 35%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 13%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

    • Ottawa Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 2,880 people work in this occupation.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 48%
        • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 16%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 12%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 52%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 40%
        • Other transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 3364-3369): 9%

    • Toronto Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 8,810 people work in this occupation.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 41%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 10%
        • Computer and electronic product manufacturing (NAICS 334): 8%
        • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 6%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 950 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 36%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 30%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%

  • ManitobaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 950 people work in this occupation.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 37%
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 30%
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 15%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 95% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 86% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 14% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 7% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 86% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 14% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 60% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 27% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • North Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Winnipeg Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 810 people work in this occupation.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 42%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 28%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 16%

  • SaskatchewanGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • Increasing use of electronic components in industrial machinery.
    • Workers in this occupation are concentrated in the Saskatoon region. 

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 850 people work in this occupation.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 37%
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 25%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
      • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 6%
      • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 5%
    • 84% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 16% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • 8% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 84% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 16% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 69% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 22% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 330 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 49%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 20%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%
        • Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 7%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 5%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 46%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 10%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 9%
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 8%

    • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Very good

      The employment outlook will be Very good for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

      • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 56%
        • Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 24%
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 19%

  • AlbertaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in Alberta:

    • Approximately 5,900 people work in this occupation.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 47%
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 9%
      • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 8%
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 5%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 75% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 25% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 14% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 86% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 14% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 8% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 64% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 24% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Calgary Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 3,510 people work in this occupation.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 50%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 10%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 8%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

    • Edmonton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 1,840 people work in this occupation.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 52%
        • Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211, 213): 8%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 7%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

  • British ColumbiaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    A growing tech sector, advancements in robotics and new innovation hubs, could create job opportunities. 

    Employment in this sector has fluctuated throughout 2025, as a tough investment climate and high interest on loans led some companies to reduce their workforce. 

    Employment opportunities are centered in the Lower Mainland-Southwest region, as many companies have headquarters offices in Metro Vancouver; Victoria and the Okanagan are also emerging as tech hubs. 

    Occupations that create automation systems include engineering, technology, and data science fields. 

    These roles are central to designing, building, and maintaining automated processes in industries like manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and IT. 

    Electrification and E.V. 

    projects support employment in this occupation. 

    Some analytical duties of this occupation are likely to change with adoption of digital innovations, which may enable workers to do their jobs more efficiently. 

    Examples include cloud computing to improve data management and analysis (for example forecasting, optimizing, natural language processing), and blockchain for transparent and secure digital transactions. 

    Some technology companies, particularly software engineering teams, are transforming to adapt to AI as a product feature and to replace staff as a central operational strategy. 

    BC Hydro has put out several calls for power and has pledged to spend on several significant capital projects that could benefit employment. 

    The Government of Canada's plans to increase defence spending will likely create job opportunities.

    Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 5,200 people work in this occupation.
    • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 34%
      • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 16%
      • Utilities (NAICS 22): 12%
      • Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 9%
      • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 95% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 5% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 79% of electrical and electronics engineers work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • 13% of electrical and electronics engineers are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 88% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 12% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 59% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 27% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 3,770 people work in this occupation.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 49%
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 15%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 12%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 5%

    • Nechako Region Undetermined

      An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 33%
        • Utilities (NAICS 22): 28%
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 17%
        • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 7%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for electrical and electronics engineers (NOC 21310) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about electrical and electronics engineers in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 720 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Electrical and electronics engineers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 36%
        • Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 31%
        • Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
        • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%

  • Yukon TerritoryUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

  • NunavutUndetermined

    An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

Related links

Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) - Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Labour Market Information Survey
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