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Advanced Manufacturing Engineers

Overview

In advanced manufacturing, cutting-edge technologies and work processes improve efficiency and production quality, increase flexibility and responsiveness to market demands, generate added value, and achieve other goals. Workers in this field use tools such as advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, digital design and prototyping, Big Data, data analytics, virtual and augmented reality, and the Internet of Things, as well as nontraditional manufacturing techniques such as additive manufacturing, computer numerical control machining, sustainability manufacturing, roll-to-roll manufacturing, and nanotechnology. Advanced manufacturing engineers use their knowledge of engineering, physics, and mathematics to design, develop, and troubleshoot products and streamline and otherwise improve production processes. They specialize in one of many engineering disciplines, including aerospace, biomedical, chemical, electrical, electronics, environmental, hardware, health and safety, industrial, materials, mechanical, and software engineering.

Salary Range

$50,000 to $100,000+

Minimum Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Certification/License

Required

Outlook

Faster than the Average
Personality Traits

Problem-Solving

Scientific

Technical

Career Ladder
Facility Manager, Executive, Consultant, or College Professor

Senior Engineer

Engineer

Technician

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