career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Materials Engineers and Petroleum Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Materials Engineers | Petroleum Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2131 | 17-2171 |
| title | Materials Engineers | Petroleum Engineers |
| onet code | 17-2131.00 | 17-2171.00 |
| description | 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. | 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 | 22,770 | 18,970 |
| a mean | 116,380 | 153,560 |
| a median | 108,310 | 141,280 |
| a pct10 | 68,040 | 78,840 |
| a pct25 | 85,820 | 107,330 |
| a pct75 | 138,370 | 191,100 |
| a pct90 | 172,000 | 228,790 |
| h mean | 55 | 73 |
| h median | 52 | 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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