career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mechanical Drafters and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mechanical Drafters | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3013 | 11-3061 |
| title | Mechanical Drafters | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 17-3013.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 11 |
| tot emp | 39,900 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 74,040 | 150,630 |
| a median | 68,510 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 46,500 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 56,470 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 85,580 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 107,600 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 35 | 72 |
| h median | 32 | 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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