Welding & manufacturing
Fabricate, machine and maintain the things America makes. Compare 4 careers by pay and outlook, then find schools near you.
Welding & manufacturing compared
2,547 school programs across 4 careers.
| Trade | Median pay |
|---|---|
| CAD & drafting | $71,550 |
| Industrial maintenance & mechatronics | $64,520 |
| CNC machining | $58,750 |
| Welding | $53,750 |
Median annual pay, May 2025, and projected job growth. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.