$84,330($40.55/hr)
Bachelor's degree
-
Mechanical Engineers research, design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, including tools, engines, and machines.
$68,410 ($32.89/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Logisticians analyze and coordinate an organization's supply chain: the system that moves a product from supplier to consumer. They manage the entire life cycle of a product, which includes how a product is acquired, allocated, and delivered.
$62,420 ($30.01/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Medical equipment repairers install, maintain, and repair patient care equipment.
$60,650 ($29.16/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Avionics Technicians repair and perform scheduled maintenance on aircraft.
$67,720 ($32.56/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Mining and Geological Engineers design mines to safely and efficiently remove minerals such as coal and metals for use in manufacturing and utilities.
$62,400 ($30.00/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Calibration Technologists and Technicians execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. They determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices, and may perform preventive maintenance on equipment. They also can perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.
$75,390 ($36.24/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Chemists research and analyze the chemical properties of substances to develop new materials, products, or knowledge.
$54,450 ($26.18/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians help mechanical engineers design, develop, test, and manufacture tools, engines, machines, and other devices. They may make sketches and rough layouts, record and analyze data, and report their findings.
$69,250 ($33.29/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Engineering Technologists and Technicians support engineers in their duties, usually working on teams. They make sure that all machinery and tools being used remain functional. This category includes all engineering technologists and technicians not contained somewhere else.
$70,360 ($33.83/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Commercial and Industrial Designers design and develop manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.
$58,210 ($27.99/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians help engineers solve problems affecting manufacturing layout or production. They prepare machinery and equipment plans, design workflows, conduct statistical production studies, and analyze production costs.
$47,730 ($22.95/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians carry out the plans that environmental engineers develop.
$57,970 ($27.87/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians install, run, and maintain equipment used to develop, test, produce, and sustain aircraft and spacecraft. Their work is critical to ensuring the safety and precision of key parts of these vehicles and systems.
$59,180 ($28.45/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Electrical and Electronic Drafters use software to convert the designs of engineers into technical drawings. Workers use technical drawings to help design microchips and other electronics components.
$58,700 ($28.22/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Architectural and Civil Drafters use software to convert the designs of architects and engineers into technical drawings. Workers use technical drawings to help design buildings, infrastructure and more.
$55,330 ($26.60/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Civil engineering technologists and technicians help civil engineers plan, design, and build highways, bridges, utilities, and other infrastructure projects. They also help to plan, design, and build commercial, industrial, residential, and land development projects.
$49,670 ($23.88/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Chemical Technicians use laboratory instruments and techniques to help scientists analyze the properties of materials.
$62,400 ($30.00/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Cost Estimators collect and analyze data in order to assess the time, money, materials, and labor required to manufacture a product, construct a building, or provide a service. They generally specialize in a particular product or industry.
$49,370 ($23.74/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and technicians combine knowledge of mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuitry. They operate, test, and maintain unmanned, automated, robotic, or electromechanical equipment.
$63,840 ($30.69/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians help electrical and electronics engineers plan and develop communications equipment, computers, medical monitoring devices, or other equipment that is powered by other electricity or electric current. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to test, adjust, and repair equipment. They are also involved in assembling equipment for automation.
$56,360 ($27.10/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Postsecondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teachers provide training in subjects such as auto repair, cosmetology, and culinary arts. They teach vocational and technical content to give students the skills and knowledge necessary to enter an occupation.
$59,480 ($28.60/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Mechanical Drafters use software to convert the designs of engineers into technical drawings. Workers use technical drawings to help design mechanical equipment. This category includes all drafters not in the