career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemical Engineers and Materials Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemical Engineers | Materials Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2041 | 19-2032 |
| title | Chemical Engineers | Materials Scientists |
| onet code | 17-2041.00 | 19-2032.00 |
| 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. | Research and study the structures and chemical properties of various natural and synthetic or composite materials, including metals, alloys, rubber, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers, and glass. Determine ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop new materials with new or specific properties for use in a variety of products and applications. Includes glass scientists, ceramic scientists, metallurgical scientists, and polymer scientists. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 20,330 | 8,330 |
| a mean | 128,430 | 111,410 |
| a median | 121,860 | 104,160 |
| a pct10 | 78,520 | 61,460 |
| a pct25 | 96,040 | 79,980 |
| a pct75 | 152,290 | 134,140 |
| a pct90 | 182,150 | 168,500 |
| h mean | 61 | 53 |
| h median | 58 | 50 |
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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