career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Microbiologists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Microbiologists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3027 | 19-1022 |
| title | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Microbiologists |
| onet code | 17-3027.00 | 19-1022.00 |
| description | Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. | Investigate the growth, structure, development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as bacteria, algae, or fungi. Includes medical microbiologists who study the relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics on microorganisms. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 37,450 | 19,760 |
| a mean | 72,450 | 95,200 |
| a median | 68,730 | 87,330 |
| a pct10 | 46,940 | 51,220 |
| a pct25 | 57,330 | 63,920 |
| a pct75 | 82,980 | 120,750 |
| a pct90 | 100,890 | 150,650 |
| h mean | 34 | 45 |
| h median | 33 | 41 |
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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