Hazards include exposure to electrical shock, eyestrain from computer use, and exposure to fumes and chemicals. Many belong to the American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians. Entry level wages may be lower. Pay varies with the worker's education, experience, and responsibility level. It also varies with the location and type of the employer.
Technicians working for the federal government earn more than local or state employees.
Full-time technicians generally receive health insurance, sick leave, and paid vacation. Overall, this occupation should grow as fast as the average for other occupations in Indiana except for industrial engineering technicians which will grow more slowly. National Outlook Nationally, employment of engineering technicians is expected to grow as fast as average through 2008. Employment of engineering technicians is related to the state of the economy. During slow periods, technicians will find fewer job openings.