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Mechatronics Engineers

Also known as: Applications Engineer, Automation Application Engineer, Automation Engineer, Automation Specialist, Building Engineer, Business Owner/Engineer, Control Integration Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Controls Engineer, Design Engineer

Research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Post-Secondary Certificate7%
Associate's Degree1%
Bachelor's Degree89%
Level 112%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

3-6 months10%
1-2 years14%
2-4 years13%
4-6 years33%
6-8 years18%
Over 10 years12%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None10%
Up to 1 month35%
1-3 months15%
3-6 months12%
6 months - 1 year4%
1-2 years5%
2-4 years10%
4-6 years10%

How AI Impacts Each Task

23 tasks analyzed

Design engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks.

Risk: 51.0%AI: 60Time: 6%

Create mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products.

Risk: 83.2%AI: 85Time: 5%

Maintain technical project files.

Risk: 85.2%AI: 90Time: 4%

Design, develop, or implement control circuits or algorithms for electromechanical or pneumatic devices or systems.

Risk: 53.0%AI: 65Time: 6%

Implement or test design solutions.

Risk: 45.0%AI: 45Time: 6%

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

InnovationAnalytical ThinkingInitiativeAttention to DetailPersistenceIntegrityDependabilityCooperationSelf ControlAdaptability/FlexibilityStress ToleranceAchievement/Effort

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$117,750

per year

Mean Wage

$121,720

per year

Employment

151K

workers

Wage Range

$62,840 - $183,510

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$62,840Median: $117,750$183,510
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