Computer Engineers
Job description
These individuals design computers and computer networks for information and communication. They work on local, wide area, and fibre-optic networks. They also work on intranets, the Internet, and wireless communication. They work for:
- Computer and telecommunications equipment manufacturers
- Engineering, manufacturing, and telecommunications companies
- Computer consulting firms
- Government agencies
- Educational and research institutions
- Computer services of private and public companies
Environment
- Controlled ambient temperature
Main tasks
Computer and Telecommunications Equipment Engineers
- Analyze user needs.
- Develop an architecture of communication systems and networks.
- Design and experiment with computer and telecommunications equipment.
- Lead, coordinate, and support teams during the manufacture and development of hardware and the integration of systems architecture, hardware, and software.
- Write detailed specifications that document the material development process.
- Maintain relationships with suppliers and customers.
Network Systems and Data Communication Engineers
- Integrate networks with data communication hardware and software.
- Write detailed specifications that document the hardware development process.
- Lead, coordinate, and support teams during the manufacturing and development of hardware and the integration of systems architecture, hardware, and software.
- Evaluate and optimize network capacity and performance.
Advancement and mobility
- These individuals may specialize in various fields (integrated circuits, optical fibres, lasers, etc.).
- Experience leads to senior or supervisory positions.
- These individuals may work in related fields (science, engineering, sales, marketing, management, etc.).
Hourly wage
The hourly wage is calculated by averaging wages from 2018 to 2020.- Minimum
- $31.25
- Median
- $46.70
- Maximum
- $61.58
Job prospects for 2019-2023
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Job prospects for 2019-2023
Job prospects
All of Québec
Very good
All of Québec
Non available
Total jobs for 2018
All of Québec
8,000
All of Québec
na
Job types
All of Québec
Not available.
- Full time
- 98.2%
- Part time
- 1.8%
Not available.
- Full time
- Part time
Yearly wage on 2015
All of Québec
$89,000
All of Québec
Other characteristics
All of Québec
- Non traditional for women
- None
All of Québec
- Non traditional for women
- None
Sectors of activity
All of Québec
Not available.
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NAICS 541527% of jobs
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NAICS 5120% of jobs
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NAICS 5416, 54177% of jobs
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NAICS 917% of jobs
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NAICS 5413, 54147% of jobs
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Others32% of jobs
All of Québec
Not available.
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NAICS 541527% of jobs
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NAICS 5120% of jobs
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NAICS 5416, 54177% of jobs
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NAICS 917% of jobs
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NAICS 5413, 54147% of jobs
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Others32% of jobs
Training and requirements
Formation
Most training programs are offered in French only.
University
Computer science
Bachelor’s degree
Placement rate: 89.4%
7.1% of graduates pursue further studies
Master’s degree
Placement rate: 83.6%
9.4% of graduates pursue further studies