As defined by Wikipedia: Introduction – An Engineering Technologist is a professional trained in certain aspects of developing and implementing a technology area. An education in engineering technology concentrates more on application and less on theory than an engineering education. Engineering technologists often assist engineers, but after years of experience, they can also become engineers. Like engineers, areas where engineering technologists can work include product design, fabrication, and testing.

 

Engineering technologists are more likely than engineers to focus on post-development implementation, product manufacturing, or technology operation. The American National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) distinguishes between Engineers trained in conceptual skills to "function as designers" and Engineering Technologists who "apply others' designs." 

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Engineering technologists and engineers possess overlapping areas of expertise, although with distinct roles. Empirically, engineering technologists are more likely to engage in testing, fabrication/construction, or fieldwork. Conversely, engineers concentrate mainly on product development and conceptual design. Nevertheless, considerable overlap exists between the two fields, as product development routinely necessitates testing and fabrication, which commonly necessitates the involvement of both engineering technologists and engineers.