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(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Industry
(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Industry
Industrial Engineers
Average
$86,160
ANNUAL
$41.42
HOURLY
Entry Level
$59,250
ANNUAL
$28.48
HOURLY
Mid Level
$79,140
ANNUAL
$38.05
HOURLY
Expert Level
$126,780
ANNUAL
$60.95
HOURLY
Industrial Engineers
3,320
Projected job openings through 2030
Industrial Engineers
Supporting Programs
Industrial Engineers
Industrial Engineers
01
Estimate production costs, cost saving methods, and the effects of product design changes on expenditures for management review, action, and control.
02
Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products and to promote efficient utilization.
03
Analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product.
04
Confer with clients, vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, product and production specifications, manufacturing capabilities, or project status.
05
Communicate with management and user personnel to develop production and design standards.
06
Evaluate precision and accuracy of production and testing equipment and engineering drawings to formulate corrective action plan.
07
Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities.
08
Record or oversee recording of information to ensure currency of engineering drawings and documentation of production problems.
09
Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency using drafting tools and computer.
10
Direct workers engaged in product measurement, inspection, and testing activities to ensure quality control and reliability.
Industrial Engineers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
Production and Processing
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Design
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
(STEM) Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
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