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How much do music engraver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for music engraver in the United States is $21.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a music engraver?

A Music Engraver is responsible for preparing sheet music for publication, performance, or recording by ensuring it is clear, legible, and aesthetically polished. They use notation software like Finale, Sibelius, or Dorico to format musical scores according to industry standards. Precision in note spacing, alignment, and articulation placement is crucial for readability. Music engravers work for publishers, composers, and ensembles to produce professional-quality sheet music.

What does a music engraver do, and who do they usually collaborate with?

A typical day for a Music Engraver involves converting handwritten or digital music into professionally formatted scores using specialized engraving software, meticulously ensuring accuracy and clarity. Music Engravers frequently collaborate with composers, arrangers, editors, and sometimes publishers to review drafts, clarify notational preferences, and incorporate artistic feedback. Depending on the workplace, jobs may range from working independently on assigned projects to being part of a larger music production or publication team. This collaborative process helps ensure the final product is both musically accurate and visually polished for performers and clients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a music engraver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Music Engraver, you need strong music theory knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency in reading and interpreting musical notation. Expertise in industry-standard music engraving software such as Sibelius, Finale, or Dorico is typically required, along with familiarity with publishing guidelines. Strong collaboration, communication skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure the creation of clear, accurate, and professional scores that meet the needs of composers, performers, and publishers.

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Infographic showing various Music Engraver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 49% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,071 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Electrical and Computer Engineering Lab Technician

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Terre Haute, IN • On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 29 days ago


Rose-Hulman Institute Of Technology rating

3.8

Company rating: 3.8 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

618th of 619 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, ranked No. 1 among U.S.undergraduate engineering colleges by U.S. News & World Report for 27consecutive years, invites applications for an Electrical and ComputerEngineering Lab Technician.

The Electrical and Computer Engineering Lab Technician provides technicaland laboratory support for instructional, research, and project-basedactivities within the department. The position is responsible for setting up,maintaining, calibrating, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing laboratoryequipment, instrumentation, and associated computer systems. The technicianprepares laboratory spaces for instruction and research, manages inventory andsupplies, maintains laboratory documentation, and ensures that facilities andequipment are available and operating effectively to support departmentalactivities.

As a technical resource for faculty, staff, and students, the LabTechnician assists with laboratory instruction, capstone projects, independentstudies, and research initiatives. The position provides guidance and trainingin the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment, tools, and technologies;supports the development and refinement of laboratory experiments; andcollaborates with faculty to enhance the student learning experience throughhands-on technical support and instructional materials.

The Lab Technician also contributes technical expertise to research andproject activities by assisting with experimental design, implementation,testing, and troubleshooting. The position is responsible for maintaining asafe laboratory environment through the implementation and enforcement oflaboratory safety procedures and by ensuring that laboratories, preparationareas, and stockrooms remain organized, clean, and fully operational.

Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor's degree and at least fiveto seven years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalentcombination of education and experience. Four years of additional experiencemay be substituted for a degree. Candidates must have demonstrated experiencein PCB circuit design and troubleshooting, soldering and rework of boththrough-hole and surface-mount (SMD) components, and the use of electronic testand measurement equipment in a laboratory or engineering environment.

Additional experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred:microcontroller programming and embedded systems development; 3D printing,laser cutting, and laser engraving technologies; and Linux systemadministration and support, particularly in Debian or Ubuntu environments.Teaching, training, or laboratory support experience in higher education, aswell as relevant certifications, technical specializations, or advanceddegrees, are also preferred. Successful candidates will possess excellentinterpersonal, customer service, organizational, and problem-solving skills,along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

At Rose-Hulman, your successes are celebrated in a welcoming, supportive,and flexible environment. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package thatincludes a variety of health plan options, voluntary benefits, tuition exchangeparticipation, generous paid leave, professional development opportunities, andaccess to outstanding campus facilities, including fitness and recreationamenities, performing arts programming, and state-of-the-art laboratories andequipment. Faculty and staff have meaningful opportunities to support studentsuccess, collaborate on multidisciplinary projects with real-world impact, andcontribute to a culture of innovation and service.

Rose-Hulman is a STEM-focused institution dedicated to providing theworld's best undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics education inan environment of individual attention and support. Our student-centered andinclusive culture values excellence in teaching, learning, innovation, andintellectual growth, and every employee plays an important role in advancingthe institute's mission.

Located in Terre Haute, Indiana, on the banks of the Wabash River,Rose-Hulman offers the advantages of a vibrant and growing community with arevitalized downtown, museums, parks, multiple higher education institutions,and a thriving arts, music, and dining scene. The city is conveniently situatedwithin driving distance of seven major metropolitan areas.

Salary range is 55,000 - 65,000. Salary is competitive. Ahigher salary may be negotiated based on experience and qualifications.

Rose-Hulman conducts background checks for all prospectiveemployees, including criminal history, education, social media, employment,driving records, and reference checks, where relevant to job duties. The scopedepends on the role's responsibilities and Institute necessity. Informationfrom background checks will be used solely to assess a candidate's suitabilityfor employment, ensuring a safe and productive workplace, and will be handledin compliance with federal and state laws.

Applications:Only online applications/resumes submitted via the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Employment Opportunities website, jobs.rose-hulman.edu, will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact Human Resources via email, HRApply@rose-hulman.edu, for questions. 

This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship atthis time.



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Rose-HulmanInstitute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Institute'spolicy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to theirindividual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employmentstandards. Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee, applicantfor employment, student or applicant for admission, including protections forthose opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process oncampus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other humanrights agencies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providingaccess, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals withdisabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To requestreasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources. 


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