career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Electronics Engineers, Except Computer and Petroleum Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | Petroleum Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2072 | 17-2171 |
| title | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | Petroleum Engineers |
| onet code | 17-2072.00 | 17-2171.00 |
| description | Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls. | Devise methods to improve oil and gas extraction and production and determine the need for new or modified tool designs. Oversee drilling and offer technical advice. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 17 |
| tot emp | 93,940 | 18,970 |
| a mean | 132,500 | 153,560 |
| a median | 127,590 | 141,280 |
| a pct10 | 79,390 | 78,840 |
| a pct25 | 98,920 | 107,330 |
| a pct75 | 164,000 | 191,100 |
| a pct90 | 199,060 | 228,790 |
| h mean | 63 | 73 |
| h median | 61 | 67 |
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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