Computer Engineering

Skills developed

As a student in Computer and Electrical Engineering, you will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills, some of which are listed below.

This field requires individuals who are adept at working as a member of a team of professionals. They must enjoy the intellectual challenge of keeping pace with trends in a fast-growing field.

Your transferrable skills can be applied to many different jobs and situations that go beyond your field of study.

Potential work settings

Among the wide variety of industries/organizations which employ computer engineers are computer manufacturing, electrical product manufacturing, consulting, hardware research and development, consumer electronics, process control and information and culture. Those in the field also work for education, government, business organizations and information technology units in the private and public sectors. To research specific employers who hire those in the field, there are many resources available in such locations as the Career Resource Centre, the Webster Library, Vanier Library and the Internet.

Below are examples of work settings where you can gain experience and develop your skills in your field of study. 

What jobs can a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering lead to?

The following job titles are representative of the types of entry-level positions for which Concordia University students are qualified upon graduation. Computer engineers often do work related to Computer Design and Engineering, Computer Architecture, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Theory, Operating Systems and Networks, Information Technology and Software Applications.

In most countries including Canada, only a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) is licensed to practice engineering in the province or territory where it was granted. The license also gives you the right to use the Engineer title after your name. In Quebec and since April 1, 2019, anyone who wishes to obtain the engineer title (Eng.) must first become a candidate to the engineering profession (CEP). This professional admission program replaces the junior engineer program and prepares future engineers to practice with rigour and competence. For more information, please check the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec. For requirements in other provinces, please check the Canadian Council of Professional Engineers.

Please note that many positions listed below may require related training and certification, graduate diploma, a second bachelor’s degree, a certificate or a graduate diploma and relevant internship and work experience.

For details on these job titles, main duties and employment requirements visit Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC).

Start your job search

Explore career options

Explore the types of jobs for each industry and find out about required skills, education level and salary ranges in Canada:

• Occupation - Government of Canada Job Bank: Find out about job prospects, wages and skills for specific job titles. You can use the job titles listed in the Career Possibilities – Bachelor degree and Career Possibilities – Beyond the bachelor degree for your search.
• Field of study – Government of Canada Job Bank: Find out about employment rates, wages and the types of jobs related to a specific field of study.
• Search job titles or companies - LinkedIn: Search by job title or field of study. You can also find out what type of positions individuals with the same degree as you have occupied.

Career Cruising

Explore your interests, learn about careers and find jobs on the Career Cruising website. Find the link and login information in the Student Hub's My CU Account.

Search for jobs

Browse the websites below to find jobs available in Quebec and Canada related to your field of study. You can also search the CAPS online job bank or find employers in Canada that hire new graduates in your field.

Book an appointment 

To get help with your career exploration and goal setting, book an appointment with a career counsellor. For job search tips on finding the job you want, book an appointment with a career advisor.

To book an appointment with either professional, please call 514-848-2424 ext. 7345

*Only current Concordia students and recent alumni can access this service

Networking  and professional associations

Making wise career decisions requires exploring your field. A multitude of Internet sites and other resources will help you do this to the best of your ability. Professional association sites, in particular, are very useful for their career descriptions and job hunting tips. Moreover, these authoritative sites frequently provide links to Internet sites which announce job openings and list potential employers.

Here are a few recommended sites: