Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1032 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary. 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 Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $189,550,400 | $257,580,960 | $325,609,440 | $393,640,000 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $189,592,000 | $256,811,360 | $324,028,640 | $391,248,000 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $213,116,800 | $271,425,440 | $329,736,160 | $388,044,800 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $183,414,400 | $249,148,640 | $314,884,960 | $380,619,200 |
| Iowa City, IA | $214,676,800 | $269,894,560 | $325,110,240 | $380,328,000 |
| Modesto, CA | $186,056,000 | $250,702,400 | $315,348,800 | $379,995,200 |
| Lawrence, KS | $265,720,000 | $303,305,600 | $340,891,200 | $378,476,800 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $205,587,200 | $262,558,400 | $319,529,600 | $376,500,800 |
| Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area | $174,699,200 | $237,999,840 | $301,302,560 | $364,603,200 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $148,283,200 | $219,995,360 | $291,705,440 | $363,417,600 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | 39 | $113,806 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 27 | $82,379 |
| Texas A&M University | 9 | $102,996 |
| University of Idaho | 4 | $100,415 |
| Seattle University | 4 | $89,827 |
| Troy University | 3 | $82,736 |
| Seattle Pacific University | 3 | $87,258 |
| Howard University | 2 | $107,500 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | 2 | $74,745 |
| University of Nevada, Reno | 2 | $92,080 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 | $90,178 |
| 2021 | 9 | $79,432 |
| 2022 | 7 | $101,279 |
| 2023 | 32 | $92,801 |
| 2024 | 33 | $96,691 |
| 2025 | 21 | $107,022 |
| 2026 | 2 | $138,098 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.1 | |
| Instructing | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Mathematics | 3.9 | |
| Writing | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.8 | |
| Active Learning | 3.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Engineering and Technology | 5.0 |
| Design | 4.6 |
| Computers and Electronics | 4.5 |
| Mathematics | 4.5 |
| English Language | 4.4 |
| Physics | 4.2 |
| Education and Training | 3.8 |
| Mechanical | 3.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 58.6% |
| Post-doctoral training | 17.3% |
| Other | 17.3% |
| Doctoral degree | 5.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as mechanics, hydraulics, and robotics.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
- Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Autodesk AutoCAD Autodesk Revit C++ Dassault Systemes SolidWorks Google Docs JavaScript Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Project Microsoft Word Oracle Java Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management Python
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