<p>As others have already said, specialist positions are going to require longer, more technical-focused interviews. That’s just how it is. </p>
<p>Have you thought about applying for more general EE positions, like entry-level positions? The interviews will be less intense and the work can be more varied, which might help you figure out what you’re interested in. Think hard about switching out of engineering altogether, because getting back in after several years in a different industry will be difficult.</p>