career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Occupational Health and Safety Specialists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3023 | 19-5011 |
| title | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists |
| onet code | 17-3023.00 | 19-5011.00 |
| description | Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions. | Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 92,710 | 128,430 |
| a mean | 78,580 | 88,660 |
| a median | 77,180 | 83,910 |
| a pct10 | 48,250 | 50,610 |
| a pct25 | 60,610 | 64,410 |
| a pct75 | 94,810 | 105,390 |
| a pct90 | 111,790 | 130,460 |
| h mean | 37 | 42 |
| h median | 37 | 40 |
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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