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Mechatronics Engineers

Median Salary
111,970
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$55,050

10%

$111,970

Median

$158,830

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    66%

  • Some college

    21%

  • Associate's degree

    10%

  • Master's degree

    1%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Engineering, Other
  • Engineering, General
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Architectural Engineering
  • Construction Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Biological/Biosystems Engineering
  • Engineering Physics/Applied Physics
  • Systems Engineering
  • Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
  • Water Resources Engineering
  • Geological/Geophysical Engineering
  • Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
  • Energy Systems Engineering, General
  • Engineering Design
  • Nanotechnology
  • Applied Engineering
  • Engineering Mechanics
  • Engineering Science
  • Assistive/Augmentative Technology and Rehabilitation Engineering
  • Biochemical Engineering
  • Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Ocean Engineering
  • Laser and Optical Engineering
  • Surveying Engineering
  • Energy Systems Engineering, Other
  • Electromechanical Engineering
  • Engineering Chemistry
  • Paper Science and Engineering
  • Forest Engineering

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Engineering and Technology
  • Design
  • Production and Processing
  • Mechanical
  • Mathematics

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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