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Industrial Engineers

Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.70)
  2. Use my brain - Data (4.45)
  3. Follow through, get things done - People (4.36)
  4. Solve problems - Data (4.25)
  5. Study, observe - Data (4.22)
  6. Consult - People (4.16)
  7. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.14)
  8. Listen - People (4.12)
  9. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.07)
  10. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  11. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  12. Imagine - Data (3.94)
  13. Develop, improve - Data (3.94)
  14. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.94)
  15. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.88)
  16. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.82)
  17. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.81)
  18. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.81)
  19. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  20. Research - Data (3.66)
  21. Plan - Data (3.66)
  22. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (3.66)
  23. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.63)
  24. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  25. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)
  26. Speak - People (3.62)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Active Listening (3.75)
  3. Writing (3.75)
  4. Critical Thinking (3.75)
  5. Complex Problem Solving (3.75)
  6. Speaking (3.62)
  7. Monitoring (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.12)
  3. Oral Expression (4.00)
  4. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  5. Written Expression (3.88)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (3.75)
  7. Inductive Reasoning (3.75)
  8. Near Vision (3.75)
  9. Information Ordering (3.62)
  10. Selective Attention (3.62)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.70)
  2. Dependability (4.64)
  3. Integrity (4.52)
  4. Initiative (4.47)
  5. Analytical Thinking (4.45)
  6. Cooperation (4.38)
  7. Persistence (4.36)
  8. Self Control (4.29)
  9. Stress Tolerance (4.29)
  10. Achievement/Effort (4.22)
  11. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.17)
  12. Innovation (4.14)
  13. Leadership (4.07)
  14. Independence (4.07)
  15. Concern for Others (3.81)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.25)
  2. Getting Information (4.22)
  3. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.20)
  4. Interacting With Computers (4.20)
  5. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.16)
  6. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.08)
  7. Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (4.05)
  8. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.03)
  9. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.00)
  10. Thinking Creatively (3.94)
  11. Analyzing Data or Information (3.82)
  12. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.81)
  13. Documenting/Recording Information (3.79)
  14. Processing Information (3.75)
  15. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.66)
  16. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.63)
  17. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.55)
  1. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.25)
  2. Read Blueprints (4.22)
  3. Read Production Layouts (4.22)
  4. Read Technical Drawings (4.22)
  5. Study Time, Motion, Or Work Methods Of Workers (4.22)
  6. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (4.20)
  7. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.16)
  8. Calculate Engineering Specifications (4.05)
  9. Plan Testing Of Engineering Methods (4.03)
  10. Design Manufacturing Processes Or Methods (3.94)
  11. Improve Test Devices Or Techniques In Manufacturing, Industrial Or Engineering Setting (3.94)
  12. Analyze Engineering Design Problems (3.82)
  13. Determine Factors Affecting Production Processes (3.82)
  14. Analyze Technical Data, Designs, Or Preliminary Specifications (3.82)
  15. Analyze Effectiveness Of Safety Systems Or Procedures (3.82)
  16. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (3.82)
  17. Evaluate Engineering Data (3.82)
  18. Evaluate Manufacturing Or Processing Systems (3.82)
  19. Perform Statistical Modeling (3.82)
  20. Estimate Materials Or Labor Requirements (3.81)
  21. Estimate Production Costs (3.81)
  22. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (3.79)
  23. Use Technical Regulations For Engineering Problems (3.66)
  24. Follow Manufacturing Methods Or Techniques (3.66)
  25. Use Cost Benefit Analysis Techniques (3.66)
  26. Use Long Or Short Term Production Planning Techniques (3.66)
  27. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (3.66)
  28. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (3.66)
  29. Use Hazardous Materials Information (3.66)
  30. Use Project Management Techniques (3.66)
  31. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (3.66)
  32. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (3.66)
  33. Use Scientific Research Methodology (3.66)
  34. Follow Statistical Process Control Procedures (3.66)
  35. Use Technical Information In Manufacturing Or Industrial Activities (3.66)
  36. Perform Safety Inspections In Industrial, Manufacturing Or Repair Setting (3.63)
  37. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (3.63)
  38. Evaluate Equipment For Compliance With Standards (3.63)
  39. Examine Engineering Documents For Completeness Or Accuracy (3.63)
  40. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (3.55)