Compare Computer Hardware Engineers & Mechanical Engineers District of Columbia

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Salary

View the mid-level salary in both your current job and your selected occupation. (Annual salaries apply to people who work full-time year-round.)

Computer Hardware Engineers $153,600
Mechanical Engineers $130,000

Similar skills & knowledge

These skills are commonly used in both your current job and your selected occupation.

Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Systems Evaluation
Measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it.


skills & knowledge Gaps

These are areas where you might have skill gaps. People working in your selected job generally need higher levels in these skill and knowledge areas than people working in your current job.

Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Hardware Engineers
Low
Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
High

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

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Public Safety and Security Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Hardware Engineers
Low
Public Safety and Security Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
Medium

Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

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Administrative Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Hardware Engineers
Low
Administrative Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
Medium

Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

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Science Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Hardware Engineers
Medium
Science Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
High

Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.

Mathematics Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Hardware Engineers
Medium
Mathematics Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
High

Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.


Typical Level Of Training

See how much education people typically have in your selected job, and then use the link to find training programs in your local area.

Typical level Of training for Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Hardware Engineers

Bachelor's degree

Typical level Of training for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers

Licensing

Many states require licenses for certain jobs. See if your selected occupation requires a license and if so, follow the link to find information for your state.

Licensing for Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Hardware Engineers

License may be required in DC

Licensing for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers

License may be required in DC


Certification

Certifications help you get ahead or qualify for different jobs. You usually have to pass a test to earn one, and then you can show employers that you have the skills and knowledge needed to do well on the job.

Certification for Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Hardware Engineers

3 related certifications

Certification for Mechanical Engineers
Mechanical Engineers

34 related certifications

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