Electrical Technology in Focus: Automation, Smart Homes, and Industry Demand

Chariho Electrical Technology students explored careers in industrial automation during a field trip to ProSystems Integration in Westerly. The visit aimed to expose students to the industrial side of the electrical field, which is often overlooked in their curriculum.
Level Automation successfully migrated from the Simatic S7-1200 to the new generation Simatic S7-1200 G2 control system. The new system is certified according to the cybersecurity standard IEC 62443, making it ready for the increased requirements of the NIS2 Directive.
Post Electric, a licensed electrical contractor in Southwest Missouri, has expanded its services to include home automation and smart technology integration. The company is addressing the growing demand from homeowners to modernize their electrical systems for things like smart home devices and electric vehicle charging stations.
WAGO, a German electrical engineering manufacturer, has introduced its first Matter-enabled products. The new line, WAGO Home Automation, is designed to help electricians integrate smart home technology in residential construction.
Several top companies are actively hiring electrical engineers, including Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, Intel, and Siemens. The demand is driven by advancements in AI, electrification, and automation, which all rely on cutting-edge hardware and power systems.

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