Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors
O*NET 17-2111.00 · SOC 17-2111
Projected Growth
+4%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$72k
per year
Education Level
Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point for Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors roles. Related majors and internship experience during college significantly improve your chances. Many employers also value relevant certifications or project portfolios alongside the degree.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Analytical — research labs, offices, or remote
Work Style
Independent — focused deep work with periodic team check-ins
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Investigative (Thinkers)5.6
Realistic (Doers)5.4
Conventional (Organizers)4.7
Enterprising (Persuaders)2.3
Social (Helpers)2.2
Artistic (Creators)1.0
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