Job for the future Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
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Average hourly wage
$31.00
Job description
These individuals provide support and services to develop production methods, facilities, and systems. They contribute to the planning, evaluation, and organization of work. They work for:
- Manufacturing companies
- Insurance companies
- The government
Personality profiles (RIASEC)
- Investigative
- People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
- Realistic
- People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
- Conventional
- People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.
Main tasks
- Develop and direct production, inventory, and quality assurance programs.
- Design the layout of plants and production facilities.
- Develop and conduct workplace studies.
- Design and implement industrial health, safety, and fire prevention programs.
- Collaborate in the preparation of assessments, specifications, and reports.
- Develop manufacturing and processing methods.
- Develop applications to control computer-operated machines and robots.
- Set up machine and equipment controls, monitor production, and verify processes.
Formation
Most training programs are offered in French only.
College
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53.4% of graduates pursue further studies
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Placement rate: 50%
45% of graduates pursue further studies
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Placement rate: 31.4%
68.6% of graduates pursue further studies
DCS in techniques du meuble et d'ébénisterie (Menuiserie architecturale)
Placement rate: 81.8%
18.2% of graduates pursue further studies
DCS in technologie du génie des matériaux composites
Placement rate: 50%
50% of graduates pursue further studies
DCS in technologie du génie industriel
Placement rate: 41.3%
58.7% of graduates pursue further studies
Targeted regions
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Last update: January 29, 2026