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Logistics Manager, Process Engineer, Professional Engineer
In Canada, the federal government groups and organizes occupations based on a National Occupational Classification (NOC) system. This alis occupation may not reflect the entire NOC group it is part of. Data for the NOC group can apply across multiple occupations.
The NOC system is updated every 5 years to reflect changes in the labour market. Government forms and labour market data may group and refer to an occupation differently, depending on the system used.
Here is how this occupation has been classified over time.
2006 NOC
2006 NOC-S
2011 NOC
2016 NOC
2021 NOC
2023 OaSIS
Manufacturing engineers focus on creating and producing industrial and commercial products. These include:
In general, manufacturing engineers develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing systems and methods. They apply their knowledge to:
They also strive for processes that produce good customer value with zero waste. For example, they:
In smaller companies, manufacturing engineers often have a wide range of tasks and duties. They may be involved from developing a product to shipping it.
Manufacturing engineers may specialize in different areas.
When designing products, they use computer-aided design (CAD) software to design products that meet performance, quality, and cost targets. They consider product impact, including how it will be used, serviced, and decomposed or recycled.
When designing and improving processes, they develop process specifications to optimize efficiency. They may develop new processes or automate existing ones.
When designing facilities, they may select locations and equipment for manufacturing products. They may also design materials-handling systems.
When managing operations, they take part in capacity management and production planning, scheduling, and control. They also manage inventory and logistics.
They may specialize in information systems for manufacturing. They design, implement, and operate these advanced systems throughout the enterprise.
They may specialize in machine and process reliability. They optimize maintenance schedules to focus on preventing problems.
They may also specialize in tooling and fixture design and analysis.
Working conditions vary from one employer to another. Manufacturing engineers may need to take safety precautions. For instance, they may need to wear hard hats, steel-toed boots, or safety glasses to avoid injury when working on the production floor.
Some work in “clean rooms,” where rigid standards of cleanliness prevent product contamination. Some work around electronics, where electrostatic discharge must be controlled to prevent contact with dangerous electric charges.
Most manufacturing engineers work standard office hours. They may work overtime to meet project deadlines. They may travel to meet with vendors, suppliers, and customers and support branch plants.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2006 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
Interest in synthesizing information to develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs, to develop flexible and integrated manufacturing systems and procedures, and to establish programs and conduct studies to enhance industrial health and safety, and identify and correct fire and other hazards
Interest in precision working to design, develop and conduct time studies and work simplification programs, and to study new machinery and facilities
Interest in supervising technicians, technologists, analysts, administrative staff and other engineers; and in recommending and selecting efficient combinations of new machinery and facilities
To identify or change your interest codes, complete the Interests Exercise in CAREERinsite.
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
To fill in or change the values for your abilities, complete the Abilities Exercise in CAREERinsite.
A Quick Guide
You are born with abilities that help you process certain types of information and turn it into action. These abilities influence which skills you can learn more easily.
The abilities or aptitudes shown for this NOC group come from the General Aptitude Test Battery (GATB). The GATB measures 9 aptitudes. It groups them into 3 categories: mental, visual, and physical.
The abilities scores range from 1 to 5, with 5 being stronger.
Manufacturing engineers need:
They should enjoy:
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
This chart shows which job skills are currently in highest demand for this occupational group. It was created using this occupation's 35 most recent Alberta job postings, collected between Nov 18, 2021 and Nov 13, 2024.
Review these skills to learn:
| Attention to detail | 25 |
|---|---|
| Health benefits: Dental plan | 24 |
| Construction Specialization: Team player | 24 |
| Health benefits: Health care plan | 24 |
| Tasks: Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs | 24 |
| Tasks: Design and conduct time studies and work simplification programs | 22 |
| Construction Specialization: Organized | 22 |
| Tasks: Develop flexible or integrated manufacturing systems and procedures | 22 |
| Construction Specialization: Excellent oral communication | 21 |
| Construction Specialization: Client focus | 21 |
Manufacturing engineers need a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline. They need skills and knowledge in:
Technology and manufacturing techniques advance rapidly. Manufacturing engineers must keep up with these changes. They must take part in professional development activities and continuing education courses. Several associations offer continuing education, training courses, and certification. These include the Society of Manufacturing Engineers and the Association for Manufacturing Excellence.
The following schools offer programs or courses that are related to this occupation but are not required to enter the field.
To expand or narrow your program options, visit Post-Secondary Programs and start your search with:
Completing a program does not guarantee entrance into an occupation. Before enrolling in an education program, prospective students should look into various sources for education options and employment possibilities. For example, contact associations and employers in this field.
Certain professional titles or duties within this occupation are protected by provincial legislation. Requirements vary if you use these titles or perform these duties.
The related legislation is shown below. If there are multiple related legislations, select a certification heading to learn about each one.
Professional engineers design, construct, evaluate, advise, monitor, and report on the performance of materials, equipment, systems, works, processes, and structures.
Under Alberta’s Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act [pdf] and Engineering and Geoscience Professions General Regulation [pdf], you must register as a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) to practice as a Professional Engineer or engage in the practice of engineering.
You do not have to register if you work under the direct supervision of a professional engineer and do not call yourself a Professional Engineer or use the word “engineer” in your job title.
For information on what you need and other details, visit the certification profile Engineer.
Source: 2021-2025 Alberta Regional Occupational Demand Outlook
Manufacturing engineers work for manufacturing, processing, and consulting firms.
With time on the job, engineers may become administrators or managers. Those with graduate degrees may teach at the post-secondary level or conduct research.
This section shows the industries where the majority of people in this occupation work. The data is based on the 2016 Census.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Industrial and manufacturing engineers
2016 NOC: 2141
82.3% of people in this occupational group work in:
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
This section shows the short-term demand forecasted for this occupation in Alberta over a 3-year period. It also shows the number of people employed in the occupation.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2021 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Source: 2023-2025 Alberta Short-Term Employment Forecast
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
To see data for all occupations, visit Occupations in Demand.
This section shows the employment outlook for this occupation in Alberta over a 5-year period.
Employment outlook is influenced by a wide variety of factors including:
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Source: 2021-2025 Alberta Regional Occupational Demand Outlook
Annual growth is from 2021 to 2025. New positions created each year are in addition to job openings created by employment turnover.
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
Employment turnover is expected to increase as members of the baby boom generation retire over the next few years.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
Unless otherwise noted, the data shown here is for all industries and all regions in Alberta.
All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production), and other forms of compensation.
To see the full survey data for this NOC group, visit the wage profile.
Other wage sources
To make an informed wage and salary decision, research other wage sources [pdf] to supplement this data.
Good Reliability, represents a CV of between 6.01% and 15.00% and/or fewer than 30 survey observations and/or if survey observations represent less than 50% of all estimated employment for the occupation.
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $21.63 | $73.77 | $42.80 | $40.87 |
| Overall | $25.00 | $78.84 | $49.98 | $49.52 |
| Top | $30.00 | $89.12 | $58.05 | $60.00 |
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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.
Pay brackets for hourly wages
| ALL INDUSTRIES | $102,322 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | $86,971 |
| Wholesale Trade | $102,842 |
| Professional, Scientific & Technical Services | $109,352 |
| Public Administration | $121,226 |
Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) website: www.ame.org
Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) website: www.apega.ca
Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME): www.sme.org
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Updated Mar 31, 2022. The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Salary, employment outlook, and educational program information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making any career decisions.
