Science and Engineering Occupations
| Title |
Sample Responsibilities |
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Ergonomics engineer
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Contributes to the design and evaluation of jobs, products, environments, and systems to make them compatible with users’ needs and limitations
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| Nanotechnology researcher, optical design engineer, photonics engineer |
Studies engineering of systems at the molecular scale using aerosols, ceramics, polymers, biodevices, and coatings |
| Agricultural engineer |
Develops methods to conserve biological resources. Precision farming uses GPS software to monitor crop yields and target the need for fertilizers and herbicides. |
| Restoration ecologist, aquatic ecologist |
Assists in design and implementation of stream, river, and wetlands restoration projects; conducts comprehensive lake management planning, aquatic invasive species assessment |
| Storm water technician |
Monitors storm water structures for illicit connections and discharges. Collects water samples, conducts field analytical tests, and interprets results. Uses GPS, digital photography, and field survey data sheets. |
| Hazardous waste coordinator |
Minimizes or decreases risks through waste treatment and removal, including method of movement, packaging, tracking, and treatment |
| Greenhouse gas management engineer/scientist |
Prepares greenhouse gas inventories, develops emissions reduction strategy and feasibility studies |
| Fire protection engineer |
Uses science and technology to protect people, property, and businesses from fires |
Figure 7: Science and Engineering Occupations from Making Magic: New and Emerging Occupations by Sharon Jones