Industrial engineers devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or provide a service. They assess workers, quality control, logistics, and other factors involved in coordinating production.
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- Industrial Engineers
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
What do they typically do
- Evaluate manufacturing, delivery, customer experience, or other systems and identify ways to improve productivity and quality
- Collect data on processes and production through observations of work activities, time studies, and staff surveys
- Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Design processes, systems, or enhancements to maximize productivity, efficiency, or space
- Collaborate with other departments to develop and implement recommendations for improving productivity or performance
- Present analysis and recommendations to management and other stakeholders
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +1.7%
Job Openings 774
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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