Career Profile
Mechanical Engineering Technologists & Technicians
Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians help mechanical engineers design, develop, test, and manufacture machines and other devices.
General Information
Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.
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Mechanical Engineering Technologists & Technicians
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 11 openings per year are projected for Mechanical Engineering Technologists & Technicians.
Employment Change
Employment for Mechanical Engineering Technologists & Technicians is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 14.2% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $28.48/hour. Entry level workers are paid $19.56, while experienced workers are paid $32.61. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 79 Mechanical Engineering Technologists & Technicians in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 90.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Mechanical Engineering Technologists & Technicians are Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services, Scientific Research and Development Services, and Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Mechanical Engineering Technologists & Technicians include Engineering and Technology, Mechanical, and Design.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Mechanical Engineering Technologists & Technicians is Bachelor's. 75% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.