Electrical Engineering & Automation News: Career Exploration, New Tech, and AI Job Impact

Chariho Electrical Technology Students Explore Careers in Industrial Automation: Students from the Chariho Career and Technical Center's Electrical Technology class visited ProSystems Integration, an automation company in Westerly, to learn about career opportunities in the industrial side of the electrical field. The tour, led by the company's owner and his son, a Chariho alumnus, showcased various automated systems, including those used for medical tubing, chocolate production, and even the Mystic River Bascule Bridge. The visit aimed to expose students to the industrial automation sector, an area not heavily focused on in their current curriculum, and highlight the growing demand for young talent in this technologically advancing field.

Siemens' New Control System, Simatic S7-1200 G2, is NIS2 Ready: Level Automation has successfully migrated from the Simatic S7-1200 to the new generation Simatic S7-1200 G2 control system from Siemens. The migration process was remarkably fast, taking only two minutes thanks to a new migration tool in the TIA Portal. The new system is certified according to the IEC 62443 cybersecurity standard, making it compliant with the increased requirements of the NIS2 Directive. This upgrade not only enhances security but also offers a more compact design, increased power, and more memory.

10 Companies Actively Hiring Electrical Engineers: The demand for electrical engineers is on the rise due to advancements in AI, electrification, and automation. Major companies are seeking skilled professionals to build and manage the power systems for these cutting-edge technologies. Among the top companies hiring are Nvidia, a leader in AI infrastructure; Apple, with its vast ecosystem of consumer electronics; Tesla, a pioneer in electric vehicles and robotics; Intel, a major player in semiconductor manufacturing; and Siemens, a giant in industrial automation and electrification.

Post Electric Expands into Home Automation and Smart Technology: Post Electric, an electrical contractor in Southwest Missouri, is expanding its services to include home automation and smart technology integration. This move is in response to the growing demand from homeowners to modernize their electrical systems to support connected home technologies, such as smart lighting, programmable thermostats, and security systems. The company has invested in advanced equipment and training to cater to this evolving market.

New Report Identifies Jobs Least and Most Susceptible to AI Automation: A recent report analyzing over 55 manual professions has identified which jobs are most and least at risk of being replaced by artificial intelligence. The study found that emergency services, social services, and healthcare have the lowest average automation risk, with emergency medical technicians, firefighters, and healthcare social workers being among the most secure jobs. Conversely, agriculture, production, and utilities face the highest risk. The report highlights that electricians have a low automation risk and are in high demand, particularly due to the needs of AI data centers, aging infrastructure, and the transition to electric vehicles.

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