Is being an industrial engineer a good fit for you?
Designs and improves how things get made and moved, looking at workers, quality, stock and costs to make work faster and smoother.
What the work involves
- Estimates production costs and ways to save money for managers to review.
- Plans the order of steps for making and assembling products efficiently.
- Analyses data and product details to set quality and reliability targets.
- Talks with clients, suppliers and staff about purchases, production and project progress.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising, curious and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an industrial engineer is one of yours.
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