Engine testing supervisor vs production engineer

The differences between engine testing supervisors and production engineers can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 2-4 years to become both an engine testing supervisor and a production engineer. Additionally, a production engineer has an average salary of $89,727, which is higher than the $80,017 average annual salary of an engine testing supervisor.

The top three skills for an engine testing supervisor include test procedures, data acquisition and product development. The most important skills for a production engineer are java, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing.

Engine testing supervisor vs production engineer overview

	Engine Testing Supervisor	Production Engineer
Yearly salary	$80,017	$89,727
Hourly rate	$38.47	$43.14
Growth rate	10%	10%
Number of jobs	4,245	94,789
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 65%	Bachelor's Degree, 76%
Average age	42	42
Years of experience	4	4

Engine testing supervisor vs production engineer salary

Engine testing supervisors and production engineers have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Engine Testing Supervisor	Production Engineer
Average salary	$80,017	$89,727
Salary range	Between $59,000 And $107,000	Between $64,000 And $125,000
Highest paying City	-	San Francisco, CA
Highest paying state	-	California
Best paying company	-	Cheniere Energy
Best paying industry	-	Technology

Differences between engine testing supervisor and production engineer education

There are a few differences between an engine testing supervisor and a production engineer in terms of educational background:

	Engine Testing Supervisor	Production Engineer
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 65%	Bachelor's Degree, 76%
Most common major	Electrical Engineering	Mechanical Engineering
Most common college	Northwestern University	Northwestern University

Engine testing supervisor vs production engineer demographics

Here are the differences between engine testing supervisors' and production engineers' demographics:

	Engine Testing Supervisor	Production Engineer
Average age	42	42
Gender ratio	Male, 93.3% Female, 6.7%	Male, 86.7% Female, 13.3%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 4.8% Unknown, 4.0% Hispanic or Latino, 11.8% Asian, 10.3% White, 68.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%	Black or African American, 4.3% Unknown, 3.9% Hispanic or Latino, 10.5% Asian, 15.4% White, 65.7% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
LGBT Percentage	4%	4%

Differences between engine testing supervisor and production engineer duties and responsibilities

Engine testing supervisor example responsibilities.

Manage the testing of all functions of mining and industrial equipment, from PLC and electrical control simulation to mechanical operation.
Test and troubleshot RF assemblies, digital assemblies, and system issues.
Assist project manager, checking specifications and plans, troubleshoot technical and equipment issues.
Work with engineering staff and various vendors to develop automatic RF functional test stations.
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions using schematics, diagrams, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary.
Access all 3D models for design integrity, cost effective manufacturing and reliability using FEA software and full motion models.

Production engineer example responsibilities.

Prepare tooling and gauging for CNC turning centers, manage the tooling cabinets, and rapport with vendors for tool sharpening.
Complete DMAIC project and 8D that lead to the resolution of vibration issue, project result in a $2M save.
Lead work cells to become a team; Harmonize/unite/motivate assembly personnel using Kaizen approach.
Lead several independent, cross-functional projects and improve manufacturing quality, reduce cost, ensure environment are supported and FDA compliant.
Install new filtration systems for aluminum boring machine centers.
Have prepared and used FMEA, PPAP documents and perform MSA studies.

Engine testing supervisor vs production engineer skills

Common engine testing supervisor skills

Test Procedures, 8%
Data Acquisition, 6%
Product Development, 5%
Test Reports, 5%
Failure Analysis, 5%
Statistical Analysis, 4%

Common production engineer skills

Java, 9%
Continuous Improvement, 7%
Lean Manufacturing, 5%
Sigma, 4%
Technical Support, 4%
Process Control, 4%

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