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Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

Quick Facts

Wages:

Median wages for the broader occupation, Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other, are $33.04 / hour.

Education:

On the Job:

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Electronics Technologist
Electronics Test Technologist
Engineering Technologist

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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $33.04
Statewide median: $24.25

 

This career pays above the statewide median wage.


Wages for Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other *

Area Low Median High
U S
$24.54 $32.71 $42.9
Minnesota
$24.88 $33.04 $38.58
Central Minnesota
$28.47 $40.59 $40.59
Northeast Minnesota
$28.03 $32.82 $36.06
Northwest Minnesota
$30.33 $32.78 $36.27
Southeast Minnesota
$22.77 $25.29 $35.56
Southwest Minnesota
$23.19 $31.87 $36.99
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN
$25.65 $35.13 $38.58

* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.

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Employment

In Minnesota, there are 1100 workers employed in this small career.

Where do Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other most often work?

 

Current Demand

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This career is currently in very low demand.

 

Future Demand

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On the Job

 

 

Typical Work Tasks

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Typical Working Conditions

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Education & Credentials

 

Educational Requirements

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Education level attained (national data)

Education Level Attained (national data)
Education Level AttainedPercentage of workers in this occupation
Less than high school diploma3.2
High school diploma or equivalent22.9
Some college, no degree31.1
Associate degree22.4
Bachelors degree16.8
Masters degree2.9
Doctoral (Ph.D) or professional degree0.6

 

Work Experience and Training Requirements

Nationally, this career typically requires:

  • No related work experience for entry.
  • Little or no on-the-job training to become competent.

 

Current Training Opportunities


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Majors

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Transfer Options

 

Helpful High School Courses

Examples of helpful classes that help you prepare for this career:

  • Applied Math
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Computer Applications
  • Drafting
  • Electronics
  • Geometry
  • Industrial Technology
  • Introduction to Business
  • Physics
  • Pre-Calculus
  • Technical Writing
  • Trigonometry

In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:

  • Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
  • Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
  • Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
  • See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
  • Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose

 

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Skills & Knowledge

 

Most Important Skills for Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other


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Most Important Knowledge Areas for Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other


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Interests


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Describe Your Skills


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Careers that Use Similar Skills


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Job Title Examples


Electronics Technologist,  Electronics Test Technologist,  Engineering Technologist,  Manufacturing Process Technologist,  Manufacturing Technician,  Manufacturing Technologist,  Mechanical Technician,  Research and Development Machinist ,  Electrical Technologist 

 

Where Do Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other Work?


Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other often work in the following industries.



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