Etchers and Engravers
Engrave or etch metal, wood, rubber, or other materials.
About the profession
Engrave or etch metal, wood, rubber, or other materials. Includes such workers as etcher-circuit processors, pantograph engravers, and silk screen etchers.
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Career Ladder
Trainee Etchers and Engraver → Technician Etchers and Engraver → Senior Technician Etchers and Engraver → Lead Technician Etchers and Engraver
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
61K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
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Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $29,120 - $37,180/year With equity/bonuses: $32,032 - $44,616 Top markets (SF/NYC): $33,488 - $44,616 Execute core tasks using Reading…
Day in Life
Junior vs Senior — daily schedule breakdown
9am — Inspect etched work for depth of etching, uniformity, and defects, using calibrated microscopes, gauges, fingers, or magnifying lenses.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $20,384 - $33,462 Year 2-3: Junior level $37,180 - $42,978 Year 4-6: Mid level $42,978 - $46,597 Year 7-10: Senior level $46,597 - $55,965 Year 10+:…
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