Engineering17-2199.05Specialization

Mechatronics Engineers

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

$111,970

Median Pay

4-6 years

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AI Resilience Score

Score 4/6: low AI task exposure means AI will assist but humans remain essential (estimated from legacy data)

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AI Exposure

Low+2

11% of tasks can be accelerated by AI

Job Growth

Stable+1

0% projected (2024-2034)

Human Advantage

Moderate+1

EPOCH score: 16/25

Total Score4/6

Methodology: v2.0 - GPTs are GPTs / BLS / EPOCH Additive ScoringUpdated: 2026-01-09

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Key Responsibilities

Create mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products.
Design advanced precision equipment for accurate or controlled applications.
Design engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks.
Implement or test design solutions.
Maintain technical project files.
Identify materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs.
Research, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic communication.
Apply mechatronic or automated solutions to the transfer of materials, components, or finished goods.
Provide consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control.
Oversee the work of contractors in accordance with project requirements.

Education & Training

Typical Entry Education

Bachelor's degree

Time to Job Ready

4-6 years

Based on Job Zone 4. For formal education duration only, see education_duration.

Technology Skills

CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)PLC programmingProgramming (C, Python)Simulation softwareHMI/SCADA toolsElectronics design softwareMicrosoft Office

Key Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingNear VisionFluency of Ideas

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Compensation Details

$62,130

10th Percentile

$111,970

Median

$177,020

90th Percentile

Based on 150,990 employed workers

Also Known As

Applications EngineerAutomation Application EngineerAutomation DesignerAutomation EngineerControl Integration EngineerControl Systems EngineerControls Engineering SpecialistDesign Engineer (Design Eng)Electro-Mechanical EngineerElectro-Mechanical Systems Control Engineer

Data from O*NET 30.1 and BLS Occupational Employment Statistics

O*NET Code: 17-2199.05