HandsOnward
Sign InBuild My Roadmap

Mechatronics Engineers

Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed

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

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $122,930/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$66,810$189,950

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +2.1% projected growth, 20242034 — about as fast as average.

About 9,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills
Judgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingWritingReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingMathematicsMonitoringSystems Evaluation
Top knowledge areas
Engineering and TechnologyDesignProduction and ProcessingMechanicalMathematicsPhysicsComputers and ElectronicsEnglish Language
Core tasks

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.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Mechatronics Engineers?

The median pay for Mechatronics Engineers is $122,930 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Mechatronics Engineers?

Employment for Mechatronics Engineers is projected to change +2.1% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.

What education is typically required for Mechatronics Engineers?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.

How many job openings are there each year for Mechatronics Engineers?

About 9,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.