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Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Median Salary
106,910
Job Outlook
-8%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

What is the job outlook?

Overall employment of postsecondary teachers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 118,900 openings for postsecondary teachers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$58,390

10%

$106,910

Median

$135,270

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Doctoral degree

    58%

  • Post-doctoral training

    17%

  • Post-master's certificate

    17%

  • Master's degree

    5%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Civil Engineering, General
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Engineering, Other
  • Engineering, General
  • Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
  • Materials Engineering
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, General
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering, General
  • Computer Engineering, Other
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Architectural Engineering
  • Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering, Other
  • Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
  • Metallurgical Engineering
  • Construction Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Computer Software Engineering
  • Polymer/Plastics Engineering
  • Biological/Biosystems Engineering
  • Engineering Physics/Applied Physics
  • Systems Engineering
  • Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
  • Water Resources Engineering
  • Mining and Mineral Engineering
  • Petroleum Engineering
  • Geological/Geophysical Engineering
  • Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
  • Energy Systems Engineering, General
  • Engineering Design
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Civil Engineering, Other
  • Materials Science
  • Operations Research
  • Engineering Mechanics
  • Engineering Science
  • Packaging Science
  • Structural Engineering
  • Nuclear Engineering
  • Biochemical Engineering
  • Transportation and Highway Engineering
  • Textile Sciences and Engineering
  • Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
  • Computer Hardware Engineering
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering, Other
  • Ocean Engineering
  • Laser and Optical Engineering
  • Surveying Engineering
  • Energy Systems Engineering, Other
  • Electromechanical Engineering
  • Engineering Chemistry
  • Paper Science and Engineering
  • Ceramic Sciences and Engineering
  • Forest Engineering
  • Astronautical Engineering

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Engineering and Technology
  • Mathematics
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Education and Training
  • Design

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.