Occupation ยท SOC 17-2112
Industrial Engineers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of industrial engineers can typically be done from home. The score of 50% 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 350,230 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $101,140 ($48.63 an hour).
US employment
350,230
Median annual wage
$101,140
Mean annual wage
$107,900
Median hourly wage
$48.63
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Alaska$142,980
- Louisiana$126,960
- Oregon$124,560
- California$123,070
- Wyoming$122,540
Top 5 after cost of living
- Louisiana$143,930
- Alaska$139,680
- Wyoming$132,200
- New Mexico$129,470
- Oregon$120,510
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | $106,950 | $5,810 (+5.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $127,590 | $26,450 (+26.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Electrical Engineers | $111,910 | $10,770 (+10.6%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $167,740 | $66,600 (+65.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Michigan31,850
- 2. Texas29,620
- 3. California25,830
- 4. Ohio22,310
- 5. Minnesota18,000
- 6. Illinois16,590
- 7. Florida15,310
- 8. Wisconsin12,660
- 9. New York12,640
- 10. Pennsylvania12,550
States that pay the most
- 1. Alaska$142,980
- 2. Louisiana$126,960
- 3. Oregon$124,560
- 4. California$123,070
- 5. Wyoming$122,540
- 6. Washington$119,670
- 7. New Mexico$119,390
- 8. District of Columbia$118,960
- 9. Delaware$118,670
- 10. Idaho$112,490
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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- Civil EngineersTeleworkable
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- Electrical EngineersTeleworkable
- Engineers, All OtherOn-site
- Architects, Except Landscape and NavalTeleworkable
- Architectural and Civil DraftersTeleworkable
- Electronics Engineers, Except ComputerTeleworkable
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansOn-site
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