Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

SOC Code: 17-3026

Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicianss test selected products at specified stages in the production process for performance characteristics or adherence to specifications. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 83.2/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Writing, Reading Comprehension.

AI-Proof Score: 83.2 — Very High
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Median Salary

$64,790

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Job Growth

1.7%

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Training Time

Medium preparation (1-2 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 3 / 5

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Training Cost

~$15,000

Key Skills

  • •Reading Comprehension
  • •Writing
  • •Science
  • •Judgment and Decision Making
  • •Critical Thinking
  • •Monitoring
  • •Active Listening

Common Tasks

  • ✓Test selected products at specified stages in the production process for performance characteristics or adherence to specifications.
  • ✓Compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
  • ✓Study time, motion, methods, or speed involved in maintenance, production, or other operations to establish standard production rate or improve efficiency.
  • ✓Read worker logs, product processing sheets, or specification sheets to verify that records adhere to quality assurance specifications.
  • ✓Verify that equipment is being operated and maintained according to quality assurance standards by observing worker performance.

Why AI-Proof?

  • ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation