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Occupational Summary for Mechanical Engineering Technicians
(17-3027)
Oregon Statewide
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| Description: Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, and test machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. |
| Employment Projections |
| Region |
Employment |
Projected Annual Openings |
| 2008 |
2018 |
Growth |
Replacement |
Total |
| Oregon Statewide |
549 |
583 |
3 |
11 |
14 |
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Current Job Openings
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There are no openings for this occupation.
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Wages
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| Region |
----- 2010 Wages ----- |
| Median Hourly |
Avg
Annual |
Middle Range |
| Oregon Statewide |
$26.73 |
$57,027 |
$21.12 - 33.08 |
Industries of Employment
private sector only
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| Industry |
2008
Employment |
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Total, All Industries
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549 |
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Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
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244 |
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Manufacturing
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211 |
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Management of Companies and Enterprises
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51 |
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Wholesale Trade
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26 |
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Statewide Employment Analysis
2008 employment is estimated to be at about the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat slower rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the regional average. Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers. Educational Requirements
Workers must have an associate to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with an associate and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
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