Logistics Engineers

Design or analyze operational solutions for projects such as transportation optimization, network modeling, process and methods analysis, cost containment, capacity enhancement, routing and shipment optimization, or information management.

SOC: 13-1081.01

Common Job Titles

  • Logistics Engineer
  • Reliability Engineer
  • Supportability Engineer
  • Systems Engineer

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Logistics Engineers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

235,640

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $49,260. 25th percentile: U.S. $62,920. 50th percentile: U.S. $80,880. 75th percentile: U.S. $104,330. 90th percentile: U.S. $132,110. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$49,260
10% of workers earn the following or more$132,110
Workers on average earn$87,600

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

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Engineering and Technology4.3/5
  • English Language4.3/5
  • Mathematics4.1/5
  • Transportation4.0/5
  • Design3.5/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • C++
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Visual Basic
  • Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle Database
  • Oracle Java
  • Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
  • Python
  • SAP software
  • SAS
  • Structured query language SQL
  • Tableau

Technology Skills

  • Computer aided design and drafting CADD software
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software
  • Failure modes and effects analysis FMEA software
  • IBM Cognos Impromptu
  • IBM ILOG CPLEX Optimization Studio
  • IBM Notes
  • ITEM Software ITEM ToolKit
  • ITEM Software Spare Cost
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Computer laser printers
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital cameras
  • Laptop computers
  • Laser facsimile machines
  • Multi-line telephone systems
  • Multimedia projection equipment
  • Multimedia projectors
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment