career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Social Workers, All Other. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Social Workers, All Other |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3027 | 21-1029 |
| title | Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Social Workers, All Other |
| onet code | 17-3027.00 | 21-1029.00 |
| 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. | All social workers not listed separately. |
| job zone | 3 | N/A |
| major group | 17 | 21 |
| tot emp | 37,450 | 64,940 |
| a mean | 72,450 | 74,680 |
| a median | 68,730 | 69,480 |
| a pct10 | 46,940 | 44,530 |
| a pct25 | 57,330 | 52,010 |
| a pct75 | 82,980 | 95,390 |
| a pct90 | 100,890 | 112,740 |
| h mean | 34 | 35 |
| h median | 33 | 33 |
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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