Occupation ยท SOC 17-2199
Engineers, All Other: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of engineers, all other typically cannot be done from home. The score of 45% means only part of the detailed job titles in this group were judged teleworkable. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 150,750 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $117,750 ($56.61 an hour).
US employment
150,750
Median annual wage
$117,750
Mean annual wage
$121,720
Median hourly wage
$56.61
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $127,590 | $9,840 (+8.4%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Managers, All Other | $136,550 | $18,800 (+16.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Computer Hardware Engineers | $155,020 | $37,270 (+31.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $167,740 | $49,990 (+42.5%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Aerospace Engineers | $134,830 | $17,080 (+14.5%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California26,500
- 2. Texas9,900
- 3. Florida9,120
- 4. Louisiana7,630
- 5. Maryland6,670
- 6. Michigan6,630
- 7. Virginia5,980
- 8. Ohio5,970
- 9. New York5,020
- 10. Pennsylvania4,710
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$167,270
- 2. Alabama$146,480
- 3. New Mexico$142,520
- 4. Virginia$142,110
- 5. Wyoming$139,010
- 6. Maryland$135,990
- 7. Alaska$132,410
- 8. Massachusetts$132,020
- 9. New Jersey$131,960
- 10. Rhode Island$131,830
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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- Electronics Engineers, Except ComputerTeleworkable
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansOn-site
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