career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mechanical Engineers and Occupational Health and Safety Specialists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mechanical Engineers | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2141 | 19-5011 |
| title | Mechanical Engineers | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists |
| onet code | 17-2141.00 | 19-5011.00 |
| description | Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems. | Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 286,760 | 128,430 |
| a mean | 110,080 | 88,660 |
| a median | 102,320 | 83,910 |
| a pct10 | 68,740 | 50,610 |
| a pct25 | 81,800 | 64,410 |
| a pct75 | 130,290 | 105,390 |
| a pct90 | 161,240 | 130,460 |
| h mean | 52 | 42 |
| h median | 49 | 40 |
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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