Photonics Engineers
Employment data isn't available specifically for this occupation from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, so we are using the data from Engineers, All Other.
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Automation risk
Low Risk (21-40%): Jobs in this level have a limited risk of automation, as they demand a mix of technical and human-centric skills.
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Growth
The number of 'Engineers, All Other' job openings is expected to remain the same by 2032
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due 09-2023.
Wages
In 2022, the median annual wage for 'Engineers, All Other' was $104,600, or $50 per hour
'Engineers, All Other' were paid 125.9% higher than the national median wage, which stood at $46,310
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2022 there were 150,420 people employed as 'Engineers, All Other' within the United States.
This represents around 0.10% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 983 people are employed as 'Engineers, All Other'.
Job description
Design technologies specializing in light information or light energy, such as laser or fiber optics technology.
SOC Code: 17-2199.07
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