Architectural and Engineering Managers
SOC Code: 11-9041 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Architectural and Engineering Managers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $178,818 | $213,512 | $248,186 | $282,880 |
| Merced, CA | $169,541 | $205,878 | $242,195 | $278,533 |
| Midland, TX | $147,243 | $182,520 | $217,797 | $253,074 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $149,490 | $182,728 | $215,966 | $249,205 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $126,797 | $164,694 | $202,571 | $240,469 |
| Odessa, TX | $136,011 | $169,853 | $203,674 | $237,515 |
| Farmington, NM | $159,910 | $185,619 | $211,307 | $237,016 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $156,291 | $183,019 | $209,726 | $236,454 |
| Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $156,291 | $183,019 | $209,726 | $236,454 |
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $135,512 | $168,189 | $200,886 | $233,563 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Intel Corporation | 480 | $178,424 |
| NVIDIA Corporation | 290 | $213,993 |
| Apple Inc. | 194 | $207,389 |
| TESLA, INC. | 143 | $187,680 |
| FCA US LLC | 111 | $157,634 |
| Meta Platforms, Inc | 77 | $253,770 |
| Lucid USA, Inc. | 76 | $191,097 |
| Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. | 72 | $168,919 |
| Texas Instruments Incorporated | 71 | $182,882 |
| FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 61 | $165,919 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 336 | $154,203 |
| 2021 | 422 | $165,825 |
| 2022 | 462 | $167,674 |
| 2023 | 983 | $175,555 |
| 2024 | 2,025 | $176,600 |
| 2025 | 2,440 | $375,802 |
| 2026 | 416 | $1,391,736 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.9 | |
| Mathematics | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Design | 4.3 |
| Engineering and Technology | 4.3 |
| Mathematics | 3.9 |
| Administration and Management | 3.9 |
| English Language | 3.9 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.8 |
| Mechanical | 3.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 45.5% |
| Doctoral degree | 27.0% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 12.2% |
| Post-doctoral training | 11.8% |
| Master's degree | 1.1% |
| Associate's degree | 1.1% |
| Post-first professional | 1.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Confer with management, production, or marketing staff to discuss project specifications or procedures.
- Present and explain proposals, reports, or findings to clients.
- Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.
- Develop or implement programs to improve sustainability or reduce the environmental impacts of engineering or architecture activities or operations.
- Evaluate the environmental impacts of engineering, architecture, or research and development activities.
- Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects.
- Direct, review, or approve project design changes.
- Prepare budgets, bids, or contracts.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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