Pros and Cons of Becoming an Industrial Engineering Technician
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Industrial engineering technicians use engineering principles to help businesses lower production costs and increase quality efficiency at work sites. Consider the pros and cons of a career in industrial engineering before pursuing a technician position in this field.
| Pros of an Industrial Engineering Technician Career |
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| Associate's degree is enough for most positions* |
| Average salary slightly higher than the national average (about $56,000 in 2014)* |
| Technicians can work in a variety of fields and industries* |
| Industrial engineering technicians use a variety of methods to solve problems, which can keep work interesting* |
| Cons of an Industrial Engineering Technician Career |
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| Sluggish job growth (-3% decline between 2012 and 2022)* |
| Must have a wide range of skills (computer software, communication, analytical and math skills)* |
| High level of responsibility (responsible for production and work flow)* |
| Travel to the work site is common in this field* |
Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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