career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians and Materials Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Materials Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4043 | 17-2131 |
| title | Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | Materials Engineers |
| onet code | 19-4043.00 | 17-2131.00 |
| description | Assist scientists or engineers in the use of electronic, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in laboratory, exploration, and production activities to obtain data indicating resources such as metallic ore, minerals, gas, coal, or petroleum. Analyze mud and drill cuttings. Chart pressure, temperature, and other characteristics of wells or bore holes. | Evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications. Develop new uses for known materials. Includes those engineers working with composite materials or specializing in one type of material, such as graphite, metal and metal alloys, ceramics and glass, plastics and polymers, and naturally occurring materials. Includes metallurgists and metallurgical engineers, ceramic engineers, and welding engineers. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 9,710 | 22,770 |
| a mean | 58,220 | 116,380 |
| a median | 48,390 | 108,310 |
| a pct10 | 32,830 | 68,040 |
| a pct25 | 39,200 | 85,820 |
| a pct75 | 64,470 | 138,370 |
| a pct90 | 92,210 | 172,000 |
| h mean | 27 | 55 |
| h median | 23 | 52 |
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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