⚙️

Engineering

Apply scientific principles to design and build systems and structures.

66 careers$99,510 median payLow AI risk

📋 What You'll Do

•Design systems, structures, and products
•Conduct technical analysis and simulations
•Oversee construction and manufacturing
•Test and validate designs
•Collaborate with architects and contractors
•Ensure safety and regulatory compliance

🎓 Education & Training

Typical Path

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET accredited)

Time Investment

4-6 years for bachelor's, longer for PE licensure

Common Credentials

• PE (Professional Engineer) license
• FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam
• Industry-specific certifications

👤 Who This Is For

Good fit if you:

✓Those who love math and science
✓People who enjoy building and creating things
✓Logical thinkers who like solving complex problems
✓Individuals who want tangible impact on the world

Not ideal if you:

✗Those who struggle with advanced mathematics
✗People uncomfortable with technical details

About Engineering Careers

Engineering careers apply scientific and mathematical principles to design, build, and maintain the physical and digital systems that shape our world. From bridges and buildings to renewable energy systems and robotics, engineers turn ideas into reality.

This field offers diverse specializations - civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and more - each with unique challenges and applications.

Core Skills Needed

Mathematical and scientific reasoningCAD and engineering softwareTechnical problem-solvingProject managementAttention to detail and precisionWritten and verbal communicationTeamwork and collaboration

Engineering Careers

Explore all 66 careers in this category

Pay ≥

AI:

Showing 50 of 66 careers

Sort by:

Career	Category	Median Pay	Training	AI Resilience
Architectural and Engineering Managers	Engineering	$165,370	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers	Engineering	$165,370	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Computer Hardware Engineers	Engineering	$138,080	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Petroleum Engineers	Engineering	$135,690	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Wind Energy Operations Managers	Engineering	$133,560	2-4yr	🟡AI-Augmented
Wind Energy Development Managers	Engineering	$133,560	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Aerospace Engineers	Engineering	$130,720	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Nuclear Engineers	Engineering	$125,460	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer	Engineering	$119,200	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Radio Frequency Identification Device Specialists	Engineering	$119,200	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Geothermal Production Managers	Engineering	$116,970	6-24mo	🟡AI-Augmented
Biofuels Production Managers	Engineering	$116,970	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Hydroelectric Production Managers	Engineering	$116,970	6-24mo	🟡AI-Augmented
Chemical Engineers	Engineering	$112,100	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Engineers, All Other	Engineering	$111,970	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar	Engineering	$111,970	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Mechatronics Engineers	Engineering	$111,970	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Microsystems Engineers	Engineering	$111,970	5-7 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Photonics Engineers	Engineering	$111,970	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Robotics Engineers	Engineering	$111,970	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Nanosystems Engineers	Engineering	$111,970	8-12 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Wind Energy Engineers	Engineering	$111,970	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Solar Energy Systems Engineers	Engineering	$111,970	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Electrical Engineers	Engineering	$106,950	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Materials Engineers	Engineering	$104,100	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors	Engineering	$103,690	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers	Engineering	$103,690	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers	Engineering	$100,730	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers	Engineering	$100,640	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Marine Engineers and Naval Architects	Engineering	$100,270	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Environmental Engineers	Engineering	$100,090	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Mechanical Engineers	Engineering	$99,510	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Fuel Cell Engineers	Engineering	$99,510	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Automotive Engineers	Engineering	$99,510	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Industrial Engineers	Engineering	$99,380	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists	Engineering	$99,380	5-7 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Validation Engineers	Engineering	$99,380	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Manufacturing Engineers	Engineering	$99,380	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Civil Engineers	Engineering	$95,890	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Transportation Engineers	Engineering	$95,890	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Water/Wastewater Engineers	Engineering	$95,890	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Architects, Except Landscape and Naval	Engineering	$93,310	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Agricultural Engineers	Engineering	$88,750	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Landscape Architects	Engineering	$79,320	4-5 years	🟠In Transition
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians	Engineering	$77,830	6-24mo	🟡AI-Augmented
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists	Engineering	$76,210	6-24mo	🟠In Transition
Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other	Engineering	$73,500	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented
Non-Destructive Testing Specialists	Engineering	$73,500	<6mo	🟡AI-Augmented
Photonics Technicians	Engineering	$73,500	2-4yr	🟡AI-Augmented
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians	Engineering	$72,800	4-5 years	🟡AI-Augmented