Details Report for:
17-2072.00 - Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.

Sample of reported job titles: Design Engineer, Electronics Design Engineer, Evaluation Engineer, Integrated Circuit Design Engineer (IC Design Engineer), Product Engineer, Radio Frequency Engineer (RF Engineer), Research and Development Engineer (R&D Engineer), Test Engineer

Also see: Radio Frequency Identification Device Specialists

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
79	Core	Determine project material or equipment needs.
76	Core	Prepare engineering sketches or specifications for construction, relocation, or installation of equipment, facilities, products, or systems.
75	Core	Prepare documentation containing information such as confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, product development or introduction schedules, product costs, or information about product performance weaknesses.
74	Core	Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
73	Core	Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.
70	Core	Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
70	Core	Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
64	Core	Prepare necessary criteria, procedures, reports, or plans for successful conduct of the project with consideration given to site preparation, facility validation, installation, quality assurance, or testing.
64	Core	Plan or develop applications or modifications for electronic properties used in components, products, or systems to improve technical performance.
63	Core	Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
62	Core	Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.
61	Core	Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.
74	Supplemental	Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
71	Supplemental	Inspect electronic equipment, instruments, products, or systems to ensure conformance to specifications, safety standards, or applicable codes or regulations.
69	Supplemental	Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.
63	Supplemental	Research or develop electronics technologies for use in electric-drive vehicles.
63	Supplemental	Prepare, review, or maintain maintenance schedules, design documentation, or operational reports or charts.
62	Supplemental	Prepare budget or cost estimates for equipment, construction, or installation projects or control expenditures.
61	Supplemental	Represent employer at conferences, meetings, boards, panels, committees, or working groups to present, explain, or defend findings or recommendations, negotiate compromises or agreements, or exchange information.
52	Supplemental	Research or develop new green electronics technologies, such as lighting, optical data storage devices, or energy efficient televisions.
46	Supplemental	Develop solar photovoltaic products, such as inverters or energy management systems.
42	Supplemental	Investigate green consumer electronics applications for consumer electronic devices, power saving devices for computers or televisions, or energy efficient power chargers.

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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Analytical or scientific software — Ansoft Simplorer; Synopsys Saber; The MathWorks MATLAB ; Visual Numerics PV-WAVE (see all 6 examples)
Compiler and decompiler software — Rabbit Semiconductor Dynamic C
Computer aided design CAD software — Autodesk AutoCAD ; Dassault Systemes CATIA; Mentor Graphics PADS; Xilinx Integrated Software Environment ISE (see all 9 examples)
Data base user interface and query software — Oracle DBMS; Structured query language SQL
Development environment software — C; National Instruments LabVIEW ; Verilog; Very high-speed integrated circuit VHSIC hardware description language VHDL (see all 6 examples)
Electronic mail software — IBM Lotus Notes
Enterprise application integration software — Extensible markup language XML
Enterprise resource planning ERP software — Agile Product Lifecyle Management PLM
File versioning software — Apache Subversion SVN
Graphics or photo imaging software — Graphics software; Trimble SketchUp Pro
Industrial control software — Supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA software
Internet browser software — Web browser software
Map creation software — ESRI ArcGIS software
Object or component oriented development software — C++ ; Microsoft Visual C# .NET; Oracle Java ; Python (see all 6 examples)
Office suite software — Microsoft Office
Operating system software — Hewlett-Packard HP OpenVMS; Linux ; Real time operating system RTOS software; UNIX
Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint
Project management software — McCabe Software TRUEchange
Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
Word processing software — Microsoft Word

Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.

Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Capacitance meters — Inductance capacitance resistance LCR meters
Counters — Electronics counters
Desktop computers
Electronic measuring probes — Electronics probes
Integrated circuit testers — Logic analyzers
Lasers — High-power pulsed lasers
Light absorption meters — Wave meters
Microcontrollers — Programmable logic controllers PLC
Microprocessors
Multimeters
Network analyzers — Communication bus analyzers
Oscilloscopes
Personal computers
Photometers
Signal generators — Function generators
Wattmeters

Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
98		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
92		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
78		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
76		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
61		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
58		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
58		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
56		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
55		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
50		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
48		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
47		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
38		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
34		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
32		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
32		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
29		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
27		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
26		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
26		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
25		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
23		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
21		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
15		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
15		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
15		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
13		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
11		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
11		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
10		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
9		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
6		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
5		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
75		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
75		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
75		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
69		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
69		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
69		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
66		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
63		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
63		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
60		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
60		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
56		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
56		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
56		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
56		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
53		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
53		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
53		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
50		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
50		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
50		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
50		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
50		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
50		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
47		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
47		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
47		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
47		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
47		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
47		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
47		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
41		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
41		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
31		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
13		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
75		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
75		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
75		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
75		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
75		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
75		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
72		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
72		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
69		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
69		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
63		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
63		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
60		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
60		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
56		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
56		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
56		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
56		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
56		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
53		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
53		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
50		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
50		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
47		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
47		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
47		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
44		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
44		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
44		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
44		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
28		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
28		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
25		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
25		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
25		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
25		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
25		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
22		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
19		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
19		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
19		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
16		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
16		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
16		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
3		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
0		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
0		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
0		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
0		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
0		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
0		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
86		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
83		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
81		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
80		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
78		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
77		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
76		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
75		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
75		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
75		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
74		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
68		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
67		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
67		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
66		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
65		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
62		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
60		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
57		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
57		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
53		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
51		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
48		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
47		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
42		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
41		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
38		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
32		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
28		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
26		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
26		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
25		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
23		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
21		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
21		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
19		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
18		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
18		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
16		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
11		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
5		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects.
Create schematic drawings for electronics.
Document technical design details.
Design electronic or computer equipment or instrumentation.
Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.
Analyze design requirements for computer or electronics systems.
Inspect finished products to locate flaws.
Communicate technical information to suppliers, contractors, or regulatory agencies.
Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
Discuss designs or plans with clients.
Operate computer systems.
Advise customers on the use of products or services.
Provide technical guidance to other personnel.
Determine operational criteria or specifications.
Research design or application of green technologies.
Direct industrial production activities.
Prepare operational reports.
Schedule operational activities.
Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
Estimate operational costs.
Prepare project budgets.
Test products for functionality or quality.
Explain project details to the general public.
Design energy production or management equipment or systems.

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Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Work Context

Percentage of Top Responses

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?

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89	Every day

Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?


78	Every day
22	Once a week or more but not every day

Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?


80	Every day
14	Once a week or more but not every day

Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?


62	Extremely important
31	Very important

Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?


50	Some freedom
11	Limited freedom

Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?


28	A lot of freedom
61	Some freedom

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?


31	Extremely important
55	Very important
14	Important

Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?


34	More than half the time
26	About half the time

Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?


30	Constant contact with others
53	Contact with others most of the time

Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?


15	Extremely important
66	Very important
19	Important

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?


48	Very important results
14	Important results
18	Moderate results
18	Minor results

Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?


37	Every day
39	Once a week or more but not every day

Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?


47	Every day
32	Once a month or more but not every week
12	Never

Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.

Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?


22	Extremely important
38	Very important

Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?


65	Once a week or more but not every day
18	Once a year or more but not every month

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?


15	Limited responsibility
12	No responsibility

Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?


13	Extremely competitive
17	Moderately competitive
12	Not at all competitive

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?


17	Extremely important
43	Very important
13	Important
20	Not important at all

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?


20	Continually or almost continually
11	About half the time
42	Less than half the time

Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?


13	Every day
36	Once a week or more but not every day
42	Once a year or more but not every month

Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?


16	Very close (near touching)
60	Slightly close (e.g., shared office)
17	I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)

Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?


21	Extremely serious
22	Fairly serious
17	Not serious at all

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?


25	High responsibility
11	Moderate responsibility
19	No responsibility

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?


40	Once a year or more but not every month
27	Never

Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?


14	Once a month or more but not every week
60	Once a year or more but not every month
13	Never

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?


11	About half the time
55	Less than half the time
20	Never

Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?


26	About half the time
73	Less than half the time

Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?


41	Once a month or more but not every week
14	Once a year or more but not every month

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?


11	Every day
28	Once a month or more but not every week
15	Once a year or more but not every month
46	Never

Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?


36	Moderately automated
41	Slightly automated
23	Not at all automated

Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?


34	Once a year or more but not every month

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?


63	Once a year or more but not every month
28	Never

Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?


12	Once a week or more but not every day
39	Once a year or more but not every month
46	Never

Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?


58	Less than half the time

Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?


69	Less than half the time
31	Never

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?


64	Less than half the time
36	Never

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?


70	Never

Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)


18	Fairly important
72	Not important at all

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?


31	Once a year or more but not every month
63	Never

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?


43	Less than half the time
57	Never

Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?


28	Once a year or more but not every month
65	Never

Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?


27	Once a year or more but not every month

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?


31	Once a year or more but not every month
66	Never

Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?


17	Once a year or more but not every month
73	Never

Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?


27	Once a year or more but not every month
73	Never

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?


28	Less than half the time
72	Never

Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?


22	Once a year or more but not every month
77	Never

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?

Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?


93	Regular (established routine, set schedule)

Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?


90	Never

Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?


13	Once a year or more but not every month
87	Never

Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?


100	Never

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?


100	Never

In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?


100	Never

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Title	Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Education	Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Related Experience	A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Job Training	Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Job Zone Examples	Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, chemists, art directors, and cost estimators.
SVP Range	(7.0 to < 8.0)

Education

Percentage of Respondents	Education Level Required
57	Bachelor's degree
17	Post-secondary certificate
15	Associate's degree

Credentials

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
100		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.
78		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.
50		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.
45		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.
28		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.
17		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
93		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
88		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
88		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
87		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
87		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
85		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
83		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
83		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
82		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
80		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
80		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
78		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
76		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
66		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
65		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
56		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
78		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.
78		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.
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.
72		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.
39		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.

Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)

13-1081.01	Logistics Engineers
15-1299.08	Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
17-2011.00	Aerospace Engineers
17-2071.00	Electrical Engineers Bright Outlook
17-2112.00	Industrial Engineers
17-2199.07	Photonics Engineers
17-2199.08	Robotics Engineers
17-3021.00	Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
17-3023.00	Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
17-3026.00	Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2019)	$50.76 hourly, $105,570 annual
State wages
Local wages	ZIP Code:

Employment (2019)	134,900 employees
Projected growth (2019-2029)	Slower than average (1% to 2%)
Projected job openings (2019-2029)	8,200
State trends

Top industries (2019)	Manufacturing (34% employed in this sector) Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (19%) Information (18%) (see all industries)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data and 2019-2029 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2019-2029). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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