Career Wiring

Microsystems Engineers

O*NET-SOC 17-2199.06 · interest code IRC

Research, design, develop, or test microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices.

How this work is wired

O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Investigative — figuring things out — research, analysis, diagnosis, theory — then Realistic and Conventional.

Realistic5.6
Investigative6.3
Artistic1.9
Social1.4
Enterprising1.3
Conventional4.9

Preparation typically needed

Job Zone 5 — extensive preparation — usually a graduate or professional degree.

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