career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Hydrologic Technicians and Materials Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Hydrologic Technicians | Materials Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4044 | 17-2131 |
| title | Hydrologic Technicians | Materials Engineers |
| onet code | 19-4044.00 | 17-2131.00 |
| description | Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture. | 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 | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 17 |
| tot emp | 2,940 | 22,770 |
| a mean | 64,410 | 116,380 |
| a median | 58,570 | 108,310 |
| a pct10 | 40,330 | 68,040 |
| a pct25 | 47,450 | 85,820 |
| a pct75 | 79,790 | 138,370 |
| a pct90 | 94,310 | 172,000 |
| h mean | 30 | 55 |
| h median | 28 | 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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