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Bachelor's degree
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Mining and geological engineers design mines to safely and efficiently remove minerals such as coal and metals for use in manufacturing and utilities.
$79,710 ($38.32/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Geoscientists study the physical aspects of the Earth, such as its composition, structure, and processes, to learn about its past and present and to predict future events.
$100,990 ($48.55/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Mechanical engineers research, design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, including tools, engines, and machines.
$82,160 ($39.50/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Occupational health and safety specialists collect data on, analyze, and design improvements to many types of work environments and procedures. Specialists inspect workplaces and enforce adherence to regulations on safety, health, and the environment. Technicians work with specialists to implement and evaluate programs aimed at mitigating risks to workers, property, the environment, and the public.
$105,360 ($50.66/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Electronics engineers design, develop, and test electrical and electronic equipment, components, and systems.
$97,150 ($46.71/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Industrial engineers devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or provide a service. They assess workers, quality control, logistics, and other factors involved in coordinating production.
$117,190 ($56.34/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Aerospace engineers design, develop, and test aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles. In addition, they create and test prototypes to make sure that they function according to design.
$109,940 ($52.86/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Chemical engineers apply the principles of chemistry, physics, and engineering to design equipment and processes for manufacturing products such as gasoline, detergents, and paper.
$167,430 ($80.50/hr)
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Natural sciences managers plan, supervise, or coordinate activities in fields such as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and statistics. They direct work related to research and development and coordinate activities such as testing, quality control, and production.
$78,400 ($37.69/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Chemists and materials scientists research and analyze the chemical properties of substances to develop new materials, products, or knowledge.
$104,040 ($50.02/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Environmental engineers use engineering disciplines in developing solutions to problems of planetary health. Their work may involve concerns such as waste treatment, site remediation, and pollution control technology.
$94,070 ($45.23/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Health and safety engineers apply their knowledge of industrial processes, mechanics, psychology, and other disciplines to promote worksite or product safety.
$99,580 ($47.88/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Project management specialists coordinate the budget, schedule, and other details of a project. They lead and guide the work of technical staff. Project management specialists also may serve as a point of contact for the client or customer.
$95,640 ($45.98/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Materials engineers develop, process, and test materials used to create a range of products, from computer chips and aircraft wings to golf clubs and biomedical devices. They study the properties and structures of metals, ceramics, plastics, composites, nanomaterials (extremely small substances), and other substances in order to create new materials that meet certain mechanical, electrical, and chemical requirements. They also help select materials for specific products and develop new ways to use existing materials.
$93,590 ($45.00/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Civil engineers plan, design, and supervise the construction and maintenance of building and infrastructure projects. These projects may include facilities, bridges, roads, tunnels, and water and sewage systems.
$107,760 ($51.81/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Electrical engineers design, develop, and test electrical and electronic equipment, components, and systems.
$163,430 ($78.57/hr)
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Architectural and engineering managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities in the fields of architecture and engineering.
$104,750 ($50.36/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Construction managers plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from start to finish.
$131,990 ($63.46/hr)
Bachelor's degree
Less than 5 years
Managers supervise and coordinate a team of workers. This category includes all managers not contained somewhere else.
$102,120 ($49.09/hr)
Bachelor's degree
Less than 5 years
Facilities managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities that help an organization run efficiently.
$106,960 ($51.42/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Engineers are professionals that use math and science to solve technical problems. This normally includes creating, improving, or repairing systems or products. This category includes all engineers not contained somewhere else.
$128,150 ($61.61/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Nuclear engineers research and develop projects or address problems concerning the release, control, and use of nuclear energy and nuclear waste disposal. Some of these engineers research new reactor designs. Others may specialize in the development of safety regulations related to the handling of nuclear materials or operation of nuclear power.
$119,270 ($57.34/hr)
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Industrial production managers oversee the operations of manufacturing and related plants. They coordinate, plan, and direct activities involved in creating a range of goods, such as cars, computer equipment, and paper products.
$104,240 ($50.11/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Nuclear technicians assist physicists, engineers, and other scientists in nuclear power generation and production activities. They may operate, maintain, or provide quality control for nuclear testing and research equipment and monitor radiation levels.
$99,290 ($47.74/hr)
High school diploma or equivalent
None
Power plant operators control the systems that generate and distribute electric power.