Details Report for:
17-3029.05 - Industrial Engineering Technologists
Assist industrial engineers in such activities as quality control, inventory control, or material flow methods. May conduct statistical studies or analyze production costs.
This title represents an occupation for which data collection is currently underway.
Tasks | Tools & Technology | Interests | Work Values | Wages & Employment | Additional Information
Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Analyze, estimate, or report production costs.
- Conduct time and motion studies to identify opportunities to improve worker efficiency.
- Design plant or production facility layouts.
- Develop or implement programs to address problems related to production, materials, safety, or quality.
- Monitor and control inventory.
- Plan the flow of work or materials to maximize efficiency.
- Prepare layouts of machinery or equipment, using drafting equipment or computer-aided design (CAD) software.
- Analyze operational, production, economic, or other data, using statistical procedures.
- Collect and analyze data related to quality or industrial health and safety programs.
- Compile operational data to develop cost or time estimates, schedules, or specifications.
- Develop or conduct quality control tests to ensure consistent production quality.
- Modify equipment or processes to improve resource or cost efficiency.
- Oversee or inspect production processes.
- Prepare reports regarding inventories of raw materials or finished products.
- Create computer applications for manufacturing processes or operations, using computer-aided design (CAD) or computer-assisted manufacturing (CAM) tools.
- Interpret engineering drawings, sketches, or diagrams.
- Prepare schedules for equipment use or routine maintenance.
- Request equipment upgrades or purchases.
- Supervise production workers.
- Analyze material flows or supply chains to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and conserve energy.
- Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable and nonsustainable designs.
- Develop computerized diagnostic tools to integrate measurements in real time and reduce production downtime.
- Integrate high-speed loops and advanced control algorithms with graphical system designs to improve the efficiency of production operations.
Tools & Technology Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Tools used in this occupation:
| Air compressors — Portable air compressors |
| Air conditioners — Air conditioning units |
| Compression testers — Universal testing machines |
| Electronic actuators — Dynamic actuators |
| Hardness testers — Digital hardness testers; Manual hardness testers |
| Milling machines — Computerized numerical control CNC machining centers; Horizontal milling machines |
| Power grinders — Bench grinders; Surface grinders |
| Scanners — Laser scanners |
| Signal generators — Function generators |
| Water tube boiler — Steam boilers |
Technology used in this occupation:
| Analytical or scientific software — Advanced Dimensional Management 3D-GD&T; Inlet Technologies Semaphore; SPSS software; The MathWorks MATLAB (see all 10 examples) |
| Computer aided design CAD software — Autodesk AutoCAD software; Bentley Microstation; IMSI Design TurboCAD software; Vectorworks Machine Design (see all 13 examples) |
| Computer aided manufacturing CAM software — Cimatron software; CNC Mastercam; Delcam PowerMILL; Tebis Base (see all 6 examples) |
| Development environment software — Beginner's all-purpose symbolic instruction code BASIC; C; Microsoft Visual Basic |
| Electronic mail software — Email software; Microsoft Outlook |
| Enterprise resource planning ERP software — Management information systems MIS software; SAP software |
| Industrial control software — Computerized numerical control CNC software; InfinityQS software; Statistical process control SPC software |
| Internet browser software — Microsoft Internet Explorer * |
| Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel |
| Word processing software — Microsoft Word |
* Software developed by a government agency and/or distributed as freeware or shareware.
Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)
 Occupational Interest |
Interest |
|
|---|---|---|
83   |
Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally. | |
| 72 |
Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow. | |
| 72 |
Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others. | |
| 28 |
Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules. | |
| 17 |
Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business. | |
| 0 |
Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others. | |
Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Extent |
Work Value |
|
|---|---|---|
| 72 |
Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement. | |
| 61 |
Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy. | |
| 61 |
Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical. | |
| 58 |
Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions. | |
| 56 |
Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service. | |
| 50 |
Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status. | |
Wages & Employment Trends
National
Median wages data collected from Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other.
Employment data collected from Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other.
Industry data collected from Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other.
| Median wages (2010) | $27.89 hourly, $58,020 annual |
| Employment (2008) | 77,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2008-2018) | 
Slower than average (3% to 6%)
|
| Projected job openings (2008-2018) | 18,500 |
| Top industries (2008) | Manufacturing (28% employed in this sector)
Government (24%)
|
State & National
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data
and 2008-2018 employment projections
.
"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Sources of Additional Information
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- Engineering technicians
. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition.