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.
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- Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
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What do they typically do
- Suggest revisions to operation methods, material handling, or equipment layout
- Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, and formulas
- Confer with management or engineering staff on quality and reliability standards
- Help plan work assignments, considering factors such as machine capabilities and production schedules
- Prepare charts, diagrams, and other graphs to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, how materials are handled, and how machines are used
- Collect data to assist in process improvement activities
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +0.5%
Job Openings 15
Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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