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Electromechanical Engineering Technologists

Also known as: Designer, Electro-Mechanical Technologist, Electromechanical Engineering Technologist, Engineering Specialist, Engineering Tech, Instrumentation and Electrical Preventive Maintenance Inspector IE PM Inspector, Process Control Tech, R&D Lab Technician, Senior Design Engineering Specialist, Senior Designer

Assist electromechanical engineers in such activities as computer-based process control, instrumentation, or machine design. May prepare layouts of machinery or equipment, plan the flow of work, conduct statistical studies, or analyze production costs.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Some College22%
Post-Secondary Certificate11%
Associate's Degree9%
Bachelor's Degree58%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

1-2 years23%
2-4 years38%
4-6 years17%
Over 10 years22%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month17%
1-3 months2%
3-6 months34%
6 months - 1 year3%
1-2 years22%
2-4 years22%

How AI Impacts Each Task

17 tasks analyzed

Collaborate with engineers to implement electromechanical designs in industrial or other settings.

Time: 8%

Consult with machinists or technicians to ensure that electromechanical equipment or systems meet design specifications.

Time: 6%

Install or program computer hardware or machine or instrumentation software in microprocessor-based systems.

Time: 8%

Analyze engineering designs of logic or digital circuitry, motor controls, instrumentation, or data acquisition for implementation into new or existing automated, servomechanical, or other electromechanical systems.

Time: 8%

Fabricate or assemble mechanical, electrical, or electronic components or assemblies.

Time: 8%

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingDependabilityCooperationInitiativePersistenceIntegrityStress ToleranceInnovationAdaptability/FlexibilityLeadershipAchievement/Effort

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$77,390

per year

Mean Wage

$79,740

per year

Employment

64K

workers

Wage Range

$47,010 - $114,630

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$47,010Median: $77,390$114,630
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