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  1. Occupations
  2. Industrial Ecologists

Industrial Ecologists

Apply principles and processes of natural ecosystems to develop models for efficient industrial systems. Use knowledge from the physical and social sciences to maximize effective use of natural resources in the production and use of goods and services. Examine societal issues and their relationship with both technical systems and the environment.

SOC: 19-2041.03

Common Job Titles

  • Ecologist
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Environmental Protection Agency Counselor
  • Research Scientist

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Industrial Ecologists (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

84,930

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $50,130. 25th percentile: U.S. $62,090. 50th percentile: U.S. $80,060. 75th percentile: U.S. $103,730. 90th percentile: U.S. $134,830. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$50,130
10% of workers earn the following or more$134,830
Workers on average earn$88,640

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Mathematics4.3/5
  • Engineering and Technology4.0/5
  • Chemistry3.5/5
  • Computers and Electronics3.4/5
  • Physics3.3/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Apache Hadoop
  • Atlassian JIRA
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • C#
  • ESRI ArcGIS software
  • Git
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Visual Studio
  • Microsoft Windows
  • NoSQL
  • Oracle Database
  • Oracle Java
  • Python
  • SAP software
  • SAS
  • Salesforce software
  • Splunk Enterprise
  • The MathWorks MATLAB

Technology Skills

  • Dassault Systemes CATIA
  • Debugging software
  • Economic Input-Output Life Cycle Assessment EIO-LCA
  • Email software
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software
  • Microsoft Dynamics AX
  • Online databases
  • PRe Consultants SimaPro
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Computer data input scanners
  • Desktop computers
  • Laptop computers
  • Laser facsimile machines
  • Multi-line telephone systems
  • Personal computers

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  • Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers 11-9041.01
  • Environmental Economists 19-3011.01
  • Water/Wastewater Engineers 17-2051.02
  • Range Managers 19-1031.02
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Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • Bachelor's DegreeEnvironmental Science ProgramIssuer: Troy University
  • Bachelor's DegreeEnvironmental ScienceIssuer: Auburn University at Montgomery
  • Master's DegreeGeography and Environmental Studies — MSIssuer: Auburn University
  • Bachelor's DegreeGeography and Environmental StudiesIssuer: Auburn University
  • Bachelor's DegreeEnvironmental SciencesIssuer: Auburn University
  • Bachelor's DegreeGeography, BSIssuer: University of Alabama
  • Bachelor's DegreeGeography, BAIssuer: University of Alabama
  • Bachelor's DegreeEnvironmental Science, BSIssuer: University of Alabama
  • Master's DegreeGlobal SustainabilityIssuer: University of South Florida
  • Bachelor's DegreeB.S. in Sustainability and Environmental Studies MajorIssuer: Indiana State University