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Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Architecture and Engineering · SOC 17-3025
10.3% AI Exposure — Medium
$59,920
Median Annual Salary
Bright ↗
O*NET Outlook
2,000
Proj. Annual Openings
12,190
Employment (OEWS 2025)
90/100
AI Resiliency Score
AI exposure from the Anthropic Economic Index (2025); salary from BLS; skills from O*NET. See /sources.
AI Exposure Analysis
AI Exposure10.3%
AI Resiliency90/100
Exposure BandMedium
Sector Avg. Exposure3.8%
Top Skills
1.Reading Comprehension
2.Active Listening
3.Critical Thinking
4.Active Learning
5.Speaking
O*NET occupation profile
What this work involves
Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.
Common titles: Air Quality Instrument Specialist, Engineer Technician, Environmental Engineering Assistant, Environmental Engineering Technician, Environmental Field Technician, Environmental Technician
Representative Tasks
- •Maintain project logbook records or computer program files.
- •Record laboratory or field data, including numerical data, test results, photographs, or summaries of visual observations.
- •Perform environmental quality work in field or office settings.
- •Produce environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs, or sketches.
- •Collect and analyze pollution samples, such as air or ground water.
Detailed Work Activities
- •Dispose of hazardous materials.
- •Maintain operational records or records systems.
- •Document design or operational test results.
- •Evaluate environmental impact of operational or development activities.
- •Monitor environmental conditions to detect hazards.
Tools & Technologies
Autodesk AutoCAD · hotAutodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D · hotBentley MicroStation · hotESRI ArcGIS software · hotMicrosoft PowerPoint · hotThe MathWorks MATLAB · hotComputer aided design and drafting CADD softwareGeographic information system GIS softwareGeographic information system GIS systemsHazardous materials management HMS software
Employment Projections & AI Exposure
15
Occupations Shown
4.5%
Avg AI Exposure
2
Bright Outlook
Sector Comparison
| Metric | This Career | Sector Average |
|---|---|---|
| AI Exposure | 10.3% | 3.8% |
| Outlook | Bright ↗ | 15% Bright |
| Median Salary | $59,920 | N/A |
| AI Resiliency | 90/100 | N/A |