Engineering careers

5 roles in engineering, each mapped to the skills employers ask for. Pick one and we'll build the free plan that gets you there.

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Roles mapped

O*NET occupations

Average median pay

$97,400

Across roles in this sector

Growing fast

1 roles

Bright outlook occupations

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All Engineering roles

Civil Engineer

Engineering

Design and oversee infrastructure such as roads, bridges and buildings.

$95,000 median8% growth8 skills

Electrical Engineer

Engineering

Design electrical systems, circuits and power distribution.

$100,000 median9% growth9 skills

Manufacturing Engineer

Engineering

Improve how things are made: line design, yield, cost and safety.

$92,000 median10% growth11 skills

Mechanical Engineer

Engineering

Design mechanical systems and products, from concept to manufacture.

$95,000 median9% growth8 skills

Renewable Energy Engineer

Bright outlook

Engineering

Design and deliver solar, wind and storage projects.

$105,000 median26% growth10 skills

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