career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemical Technicians and Mechanical Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemical Technicians | Mechanical Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4031 | 17-2141 |
| title | Chemical Technicians | Mechanical Engineers |
| onet code | 19-4031.00 | 17-2141.00 |
| description | Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences. | Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 55,640 | 286,760 |
| a mean | 61,300 | 110,080 |
| a median | 57,790 | 102,320 |
| a pct10 | 39,030 | 68,740 |
| a pct25 | 46,680 | 81,800 |
| a pct75 | 72,940 | 130,290 |
| a pct90 | 90,990 | 161,240 |
| h mean | 29 | 52 |
| h median | 27 | 49 |
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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