Industrial / Mechanical Engineering Technician
Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.
At a Glance
Industrial / Mechanical Engineering Technician. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 3.4–3.6 years. Top skills: Communication, Analytical Skills, Mechanical Engineering.
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High school or GED
3.4–3.6 years
32
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Median Wage
$64,790/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+1.7%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (23)
Mechanical Engineering
Process Flow Diagrams
Good Driving Record
Environment Health And Safety
Instrumentation
Field Service Management
Polyvinyl Chloride
Project Management
Packaging And Labeling
Water Treatment
Reverse Osmosis
Cleaning In Place (CIP)
Water Purification
Plumbing
Control Panels
Inventory Reconciliation
Sales Engineering
Electricity
Mechanical Systems
Water Quality Analysis
Safety Audits
Inventory Management
Job Safety Analysis
Common Skills (7)
Communication
Analytical Skills
Customer Service
Microsoft Office
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Business Acumen
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