career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemical Engineers and Industrial Production Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemical Engineers | Industrial Production Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2041 | 11-3051 |
| title | Chemical Engineers | Industrial Production Managers |
| onet code | 17-2041.00 | 11-3051.00 |
| description | Design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 11 |
| tot emp | 20,330 | 234,380 |
| a mean | 128,430 | 129,180 |
| a median | 121,860 | 121,440 |
| a pct10 | 78,520 | 74,900 |
| a pct25 | 96,040 | 94,620 |
| a pct75 | 152,290 | 156,330 |
| a pct90 | 182,150 | 197,310 |
| h mean | 61 | 62 |
| h median | 58 | 58 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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