Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

AUTOMATION RISK
CALCULATED
7%
risk level
POLLING
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LABOR DEMAND
GROWTH
10.2%
by 2031
WAGES
$96,350
or $46.32 hourly
VOLUME
321,400
as of 2022
SUMMARY
JOB SCORE
7.5/10

Automation risk

7% (Minimal Risk)

Minimal Risk (0-20%): Occupations in this category have a low probability of being automated, as they typically demand complex problem-solving, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, and a high degree of manual dexterity. These jobs often involve intricate hand movements and precise coordination, making it difficult for machines to replicate the required tasks.

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Some quite important qualities of the job are difficult to automate:

  • Originality

  • Social Perceptiveness

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Growth

Very fast growth relative to other professions

The number of 'Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists' job openings is expected to rise 10.2% by 2031

Total employment, and estimated job openings

* Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the period between 2021 and 2031.
Updated projections are due Sep 2023.

Wages

Very high paid relative to other professions

In 2022, the median annual wage for 'Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists' was $96,350, or $46.32 per hour

'Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists' were paid 108.1% higher than the national median wage, which stood at $46,310

Wages over time

* Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Volume

Significantly greater range of job opportunities compared to other professions

As of 2022 there were 321,400 people employed as Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists within the United States.

This represents around 0.22% of the employed workforce across the country.

Put another way, around 1 in 460 people are employed as Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists.

Job description

Design objects, facilities, and environments to optimize human well-being and overall system performance, applying theory, principles, and data regarding the relationship between humans and respective technology. Investigate and analyze characteristics of human behavior and performance as it relates to the use of technology.

SOC Code: 17-2112.01

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