Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

# 645 overall · better than 25.9% of other jobs
3.3
High Risk
32% tasks are partially/fully automatable
2/5
Emotional Intelligence
2/5
Forgivability
3/5
Automatability
3/5
Ethics
3/5
Physical Requirements
4/5
Technical Feasibility
4/5
Economic Incentive
The current state of AI and robotics can automate many routine and data-intensive tasks in this role, but human oversight and judgment are still crucial. There is a strong economic incentive for partial automation, moderated by the need for human emotional intelligence and the low tolerance for errors.

Median Salary: $62,610

Traits: 114

62/100Consequence_of_Error
57/100Consequence_of_Error
74/100Contact_With_Others
88/100Contact_With_Others
74/100Coordinate_or_Lead_Others
54/100Coordinate_or_Lead_Others
25/100Cramped_Work_Space_Awkward_Positions
37/100Cramped_Work_Space_Awkward_Positions
45/100Deal_With_External_Customers
41/100Deal_With_External_Customers
2/100Deal_With_Physically_Aggressive_People
2/100Deal_With_Physically_Aggressive_People
28/100Deal_With_Unpleasant_or_Angry_People
43/100Deal_With_Unpleasant_or_Angry_People
30/100Degree_of_Automation
42/100Degree_of_Automation
91/100Duration_of_Typical_Work_Week
76/100Duration_of_Typical_Work_Week
100/100Electronic_Mail
98/100Electronic_Mail
68/100Exposed_to_Contaminants
62/100Exposed_to_Contaminants
0/100Exposed_to_Disease_or_Infections
6/100Exposed_to_Disease_or_Infections
79/100Exposed_to_Hazardous_Conditions
46/100Exposed_to_Hazardous_Conditions
41/100Exposed_to_Hazardous_Equipment
53/100Exposed_to_Hazardous_Equipment
10/100Exposed_to_High_Places
8/100Exposed_to_High_Places
30/100Exposed_to_Minor_Burns_Cuts_Bites_or_Stings
14/100Exposed_to_Minor_Burns_Cuts_Bites_or_Stings
1/100Exposed_to_Radiation
21/100Exposed_to_Radiation
1/100Exposed_to_Whole_Body_Vibration
1/100Exposed_to_Whole_Body_Vibration
22/100Extremely_Bright_or_Inadequate_Lighting
39/100Extremely_Bright_or_Inadequate_Lighting
94/100Face-to-Face_Discussions
93/100Face-to-Face_Discussions
78/100Freedom_to_Make_Decisions
83/100Freedom_to_Make_Decisions
52/100Frequency_of_Conflict_Situations
33/100Frequency_of_Conflict_Situations
79/100Frequency_of_Decision_Making
50/100Frequency_of_Decision_Making
80/100Impact_of_Decisions_on_Co-workers_or_Company_Results
58/100Impact_of_Decisions_on_Co-workers_or_Company_Results
88/100Importance_of_Being_Exact_or_Accurate
82/100Importance_of_Being_Exact_or_Accurate
67/100Importance_of_Repeating_Same_Tasks
47/100Importance_of_Repeating_Same_Tasks
10/100In_an_Enclosed_Vehicle_or_Equipment
10/100In_an_Enclosed_Vehicle_or_Equipment
7/100In_an_Open_Vehicle_or_Equipment
2/100In_an_Open_Vehicle_or_Equipment
90/100Indoors_Environmentally_Controlled
99/100Indoors_Environmentally_Controlled
11/100Indoors_Not_Environmentally_Controlled
48/100Indoors_Not_Environmentally_Controlled
56/100Letters_and_Memos
62/100Letters_and_Memos
56/100Level_of_Competition
46/100Level_of_Competition
4/100Outdoors_Exposed_to_Weather
19/100Outdoors_Exposed_to_Weather
6/100Outdoors_Under_Cover
15/100Outdoors_Under_Cover
32/100Pace_Determined_by_Speed_of_Equipment
22/100Pace_Determined_by_Speed_of_Equipment
52/100Physical_Proximity
56/100Physical_Proximity
35/100Public_Speaking
37/100Public_Speaking
63/100Responsibility_for_Outcomes_and_Results
52/100Responsibility_for_Outcomes_and_Results
75/100Responsible_for_Others_Health_and_Safety
61/100Responsible_for_Others_Health_and_Safety
49/100Sounds_Noise_Levels_Are_Distracting_or_Uncomfortable
75/100Sounds_Noise_Levels_Are_Distracting_or_Uncomfortable
31/100Spend_Time_Bending_or_Twisting_the_Body
17/100Spend_Time_Bending_or_Twisting_the_Body
7/100Spend_Time_Climbing_Ladders_Scaffolds_or_Poles
11/100Spend_Time_Climbing_Ladders_Scaffolds_or_Poles
14/100Spend_Time_Keeping_or_Regaining_Balance
4/100Spend_Time_Keeping_or_Regaining_Balance
19/100Spend_Time_Kneeling_Crouching_Stooping_or_Crawling
16/100Spend_Time_Kneeling_Crouching_Stooping_or_Crawling
45/100Spend_Time_Making_Repetitive_Motions
34/100Spend_Time_Making_Repetitive_Motions
52/100Spend_Time_Sitting
48/100Spend_Time_Sitting
50/100Spend_Time_Standing
53/100Spend_Time_Standing
52/100Spend_Time_Using_Your_Hands_to_Handle_Control_or_Feel_Objects_Tools_or_Controls
65/100Spend_Time_Using_Your_Hands_to_Handle_Control_or_Feel_Objects_Tools_or_Controls
49/100Spend_Time_Walking_and_Running
24/100Spend_Time_Walking_and_Running
75/100Structured_versus_Unstructured_Work
79/100Structured_versus_Unstructured_Work
91/100Telephone
78/100Telephone
63/100Time_Pressure
73/100Time_Pressure
6/100Very_Hot_or_Cold_Temperatures
29/100Very_Hot_or_Cold_Temperatures
89/100Wear_Common_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Safety_Shoes_Glasses_Gloves_Hearing_Protection_Hard_Hats_or_Life_Jackets
92/100Wear_Common_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Safety_Shoes_Glasses_Gloves_Hearing_Protection_Hard_Hats_or_Life_Jackets
45/100Wear_Specialized_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Breathing_Apparatus_Safety_Harness_Full_Protection_Suits_or_Radiation_Protection
12/100Wear_Specialized_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Breathing_Apparatus_Safety_Harness_Full_Protection_Suits_or_Radiation_Protection
9/100Work_Schedules
8/100Work_Schedules
80/100Work_With_Work_Group_or_Team
88/100Work_With_Work_Group_or_Team

Tasks performed as Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Low to No Risk
17
Moderate Risk
1
High Risk
5
Extreme Risk
2
  • 1.8Operate nanotechnology compounding, testing, processing, or production equipment in accordance with appropriate standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, hazardous material restrictions, or health and safety requirements.
  • 1.2Collaborate with scientists or engineers to design or conduct experiments for the development of nanotechnology materials, components, devices, or systems.
  • 1.5Repair nanotechnology processing or testing equipment or submit work orders for equipment repair.
  • 2Collect or compile nanotechnology research or engineering data.
  • 2Calibrate nanotechnology equipment, such as weighing, testing, or production equipment.
  • 2Monitor hazardous waste cleanup procedures to ensure proper application of nanocomposites or accomplishment of objectives.
  • 1.5Contribute written material or data for grant or patent applications.
  • 2.1Inspect or measure thin films of carbon nanotubes, polymers, or inorganic coatings, using a variety of techniques or analytical tools.
  • 1Compare the performance or environmental impact of nanomaterials by nanoparticle size, shape, or organization.
  • 1Develop or modify wet chemical or industrial laboratory experimental techniques for nanoscale use.
  • 1.2Implement new or enhanced methods or processes for the processing, testing, or manufacture of nanotechnology materials or products.
  • 1.5Prepare detailed verbal or written presentations for scientists, engineers, project managers, or upper management.
  • 2.1Prepare capability data, training materials, or other documentation for transfer of processes to production.
  • 1.2Analyze the life cycle of nanomaterials or nano-enabled products to determine environmental impact.
  • 2.5Measure emission of nanodust or nanoparticles during nanocomposite or other nano-scale production processes, using systems such as aerosol detection systems.
  • 1.7Assist nanoscientists or engineers in processing or characterizing materials according to physical or chemical properties.
  • 2.5Assist nanoscientists or engineers in writing process specifications or documentation.

32.0% of Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians tasks can be automated with AI or robotics

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