**Electrical Technology and Automation: Career Insights, Industry Innovations, and Future Trends**
Last Updated: 2026-05-29T03:13:43.251-04:00
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 was led by ProSystems engineer and Chariho alumnus Jesse Brunelle, and his father, John Brunelle, the company's president and owner. The students observed various equipment and machines, including an extrusion line for medical tubing. Jesse Brunelle, who graduated from the program two years ago, noted that the curriculum was heavily focused on residential and commercial electrical work, and he wanted to expose current students to the industrial automation sector. He emphasized the vast career opportunities available in this often-overlooked area of the electrical industry. The students also had the opportunity to speak with other engineers at the company to learn about system design and the day-to-day responsibilities of the job.
Siemens' new control system simplifies migration for Level Automation
Level Automation recently upgraded its automation cabinets from the Simatic S7-1200 to the new generation Simatic S7-1200 G2 control system. The migration process, which was expected to be complex, was completed in just 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 ready for the increased requirements of the NIS2 Directive. This is particularly important for Level Automation's work in the water and wastewater industry. The company, which designs, builds, and programs electrical and automation cabinets, can now send new files for updates, saving time and travel costs. With the new system, Level Automation can now use digital twins to test and optimize control without physical hardware.
Companies are hiring electrical engineers to power new technologies
As artificial intelligence, electrification, and automation continue to advance, the demand for electrical engineers is on the rise. These engineers are essential for designing and managing the power systems that fuel these cutting-edge technologies. They work on everything from developing more efficient chips for data centers to creating the battery and motor-control hardware for electric vehicles. The median annual salary for electrical engineers is approximately $118,000, and there are numerous opportunities available at major companies. Some of the top companies hiring electrical engineers include Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, Intel, and Siemens. These companies are looking for skilled professionals to help build the infrastructure needed to support the growing demand for AI and other advanced technologies.
Post Electric expands services to include home automation
Post Electric, a licensed electrical contractor serving Southwest Missouri, has announced the expansion of its residential services to include home automation and smart technology integration. This move comes in response to the growing demand from homeowners looking to modernize their electrical systems. The company has invested in advanced diagnostic equipment and expanded its technical expertise to handle a wide range of services, including whole-home electrical assessments, panel upgrades, and the integration of smart home devices. The company's master electrician, Ryan, noted that the expansion will allow them to provide comprehensive solutions that meet the demands of modern households. Post Electric's expanded services are available immediately throughout its service area, which includes Pierce City, Verona, Aurora, Cassville, Springfield, Mount Vernon, Ozark, and Monett.
New report identifies jobs AI can’t replace yet
A new report from construction scheduling platform Planera has identified several professions that are least likely to be automated in the near future. The study, which focused on physical and manual jobs, found that emergency services have the lowest average automation risk at 11%, followed by social services at 12% and healthcare at 16%. Emergency medical technicians top the list of least automatable jobs with a 7% risk, followed by firefighters at 9%. The report also highlighted the resilience of skilled trades, with electricians having a 14% automation risk. The demand for electricians is expected to grow, with over 80,000 new positions projected nationally by 2026, driven by aging infrastructure, the expansion of EV charging networks, and the transition to renewable energy. The study analyzed over 55 manual professions, using employment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and automation risk estimates from a machine learning model.
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