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Mechanical Engineering Professor

Education and Training
Post-secondary Educators
Engineering Professor

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.

At a Glance

Mechanical Engineering Professor. Typical education: Associate degree. Top skills: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanics.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

Associate degree

Experience

Varies

Job Postings

1

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Bright Outlook

Median Wage

$106,120/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+8.1%

Education

Doctoral or professional degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (13)

Mechanical Engineering

5.0

Electrical Engineering

4.9

Mechanics

4.8

Datasheets

4.7

Technical Documentation

4.6

Preventive Maintenance

4.5

Electric Motors

4.4

Electricity

4.2

Lubrication

4.0

Electronic Components

3.9

Pneumatics

3.8

Hydraulics

3.6

Mechanical Systems

3.4

Common Skills (3)

Teaching

4.3

Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

3.5

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