Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers

Biofuels and biodiesel are created from organic materials, such as plants, wood, or animal fats, and are used to replace fossil fuels for powering vehicles and for small heating applications. Biofuels/biodiesel technology and product development managers oversee biofuels and biodiesel development projects. They design or conduct research projects, analyze data, provide guidance to technical teams, and propose new products and processes based on test results. Approximately 188,290 architectural and engineering managers, including biofuels/biodiesel development managers, work in the United States, according to the Department of Labor.

Salary Range

$75,000 to $100,000+

Minimum Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Certification/License

Recommended

Outlook

Little Change or More Slowly than the Average

Personality Traits

Conventional

Scientific

Technical

Career Ladder

Senior Manager, Consultant, or Business Owner

Experienced Biofuels/Biodiesel Manager

Entry-Level Biofuels/Biodiesel Manager