Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
Program Availability
Schools Offering
308
526 total including inactive
States
38
Across 38 states
Graduates (2025)
3,904
Total completions
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 38 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Illinois and Alabama.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$64,790
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Job Growth
+1.7%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$4,178
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $15,295, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Building things
- Working with hands
- Organization
- Data management
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving?
Do you value writing?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician?
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