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Find ways to eliminate waste in production processes to improve efficiency. Design, develop, and evaluate the systems that manage industrial production, from human work factors and quality control to inventory, logistics, material flow, and cost analysis.
$72,000
Lower reported wage
$101,140
Median
$157,140
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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U.S. career guide. Program, employer, and state requirements can differ.
Direct match. Median $101,140; 12.4% growth — much faster than average. ~23,100 openings/year.
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Ask whether any internship, field placement, or supervised training in your chosen route is paid; arrangements vary. [1]
Compare tuition after aid, required supplies and exams, travel, and any unpaid training time for the route you choose.
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A related major can be preparation; it does not by itself qualify you for the career.
A direct degree route; compare lab work, internships, and systems-analysis practice. [1]
Design and improve systems combining people, machines, materials, and information. [1]
Industrial engineers work in factories, offices, and service or logistics operations. [1]
Usually full time; site visits or process changes may affect the day. [1]
Balancing worker safety, quality, cost, and efficiency requires analysis and collaboration. [1]
Experience can lead to project leadership or management of larger systems. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.