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CIP 15.0613 Engineering Technologies

Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician

IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education · 2025

Total graduates

1,958

2025 · 188 schools

International share

2.9%

57 international students

Bachelor's degrees

630

4.4% international

Master's degrees

63

23.8% international

Overview

Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician is a specialized field that focuses on the design, operation, and optimization of manufacturing processes and systems. This program combines principles of engineering, technology, and management to prepare students for various roles in the manufacturing sector.

Students in this program typically learn about the latest manufacturing technologies, production methods, quality control, and systems optimization. The curriculum often includes courses in computer-aided design (CAD), automation, materials science, and project management. Students also gain hands-on experience through labs and internships, which allows them to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.

The role of a Manufacturing Engineering Technician is crucial in today’s industry, as they help improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure product quality. They often work alongside engineers and other professionals to develop and implement manufacturing processes, conduct tests, and analyze production data.

Career opportunities in this field are diverse, ranging from production management and quality assurance to process engineering and technical sales. Graduates can find employment in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and consumer goods.

With the ongoing advancements in technology, such as automation and smart manufacturing, the demand for skilled manufacturing technicians continues to grow. This program not only provides a solid foundation in manufacturing principles but also equips students with the skills needed to adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of the manufacturing industry.

Graduates by year

Graduates by degree level (first and second majors)

AssociateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctoral

From 2003 to 2025, graduates grew 152% and the international share went from 1.8% to 2.9%.

International share (%)
Graduates by group, 2025
White
63.6%
Asian
2.9%
Hispanic
15.6%
Black
8.9%
Other
6.0%
Intl.
2.9%

Colleges that award this degree

In 2025, 188 schools awarded this degree as a first major. The table lists those in the 2027 U.S. News National or Liberal Arts rankings, plus the unranked schools with the most graduates.

RankSchoolStateGraduatesInternational
#55 Purdue University-Main Campus Indiana 63 15
#59 Texas A & M University-College Station Texas 113 2
#95 Rochester Institute of Technology New York 21 6
#202 East Carolina University North Carolina 17 1
#208 Ohio Northern University Ohio 6 0
#219 North Carolina A&T State University North Carolina 21 0
#276 Western Michigan University Michigan 17 3
#288 Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Illinois 11 1
#342 University of Akron Ohio 11 0
#353 Jacksonville State University Alabama 25 1
#353 University of Michigan--Flint Michigan 2 0
#353 Pennsylvania Western University Pennsylvania 2 0
#365 Northern Kentucky University Kentucky 14 0
#382 Southwestern Oklahoma State University Oklahoma 7 0
#382 Tarleton State University Texas 4 0
LAC #172 Brigham Young University-Idaho Idaho 31 0
— John C Calhoun State Community College Alabama 160 0
— Ivy Tech Community College Indiana 83 0
— ITI Technical College Louisiana 62 0
— Texas State Technical College Texas 59 0
— University of Wisconsin-Platteville Wisconsin 54 0
— Weber State University Utah 44 0
— Macomb Community College Michigan 38 0
— J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College Alabama 29 0
— Austin Community College District Texas 29 1
— Pearl River Community College Mississippi 27 0
— Copiah-Lincoln Community College Mississippi 24 0
— Virginia Western Community College Virginia 24 0
— Pennsylvania College of Technology Pennsylvania 24 0
— Sierra College California 21 0
— Universidad Politecnica de Puerto Rico Puerto Rico 21 0
— Western Kentucky University Kentucky 20 0
— Arkansas Tech University Arkansas 18 5
— Portland Community College Oregon 17 1
— Central Arizona College Arizona 16 0
— West Georgia Technical College Georgia 16 0
— City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College Illinois 16 0
— Sinclair Community College Ohio 16 0
— Blue Ridge Community College Virginia 16 0
— Central Virginia Community College Virginia 16 0
— H Councill Trenholm State Community College Alabama 15 0
— Metropolitan State University of Denver Colorado 14 0
— Central Connecticut State University Connecticut 14 0
— Vincennes University Indiana 14 0
— Central Carolina Community College North Carolina 14 0
— Murray State University Kentucky 13 0

Purple: international students are 25% or more of the school's graduates.

Related jobs and pay

OccupationUS employmentMean hourly wageMean annual wage
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians 75,570 $33.99 $70,700

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Graduate counts: IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education, 2003–2025. Rankings: 2027 U.S. News.