career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemical Engineers and Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemical Engineers | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2041 | 17-3027 |
| title | Chemical Engineers | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
| onet code | 17-2041.00 | 17-3027.00 |
| 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. | Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 17 | 17 |
| tot emp | 20,330 | 37,450 |
| a mean | 128,430 | 72,450 |
| a median | 121,860 | 68,730 |
| a pct10 | 78,520 | 46,940 |
| a pct25 | 96,040 | 57,330 |
| a pct75 | 152,290 | 82,980 |
| a pct90 | 182,150 | 100,890 |
| h mean | 61 | 34 |
| h median | 58 | 33 |
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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