Choosing a qualified electrical engineer

Electrical engineering is a specialised area of engineering. Electrical engineers are qualified to maintain and build electrical systems. They work in areas such as computer circuits, vehicle electronics, or fuel cells, and are often employed by power companies. You may need to hire the services of an electrical engineer for problems with electronics such as computers systems, for electrical problems with your car or caravan, for consultation on new systems in your home or area, or for any other specialised electrical systems issues which an electrician does not deal with.

How to choose an electrical engineer

Electrical engineers must complete a university qualification in order to practise in this field, as their work is more specialised and just as potentially dangerous as that of electricians.

• Where you will find a qualified electrical engineer depends largely on the area of expertise that you need assistance with. Mechanics may employ electrical engineers who specialise in vehicle electronics; computer repair companies employ specialists in that field, and so on.
• Yellow Pages listings also provide a list of qualified electrical engineers
• Ensure that you check that the electrical engineer that you choose is qualified by actually sighting their qualifications
• Check the experience of the electrical engineer, by asking about previous projects they have worked on and choose someone with experience relevant to your needs
• Ask friends and colleagues for reputable qualified electrical engineers that they may have dealt successfully with
• As with any other contractor, interview electrical engineers, with a list of questions such as when they will be able to complete the work to ensure that your work will be completed smoothly

Electrical engineers: Other information

Where to find a qualified electrical engineer depends on the area of expertise that you need. Building a new home may require the services of a qualified electrical engineer to design and oversee the implementation of specialised electrical systems in your home.