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Robotics Engineers

Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed

Research, design, develop, or test robotic applications.

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
Critical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingSystems AnalysisMonitoringReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingActive ListeningMathematicsActive LearningWriting
Top knowledge areas
Engineering and TechnologyDesignComputers and ElectronicsMechanicalMathematicsEnglish LanguagePhysicsProduction and Processing
Core tasks

Review or approve designs, calculations, or cost estimates.

Process or interpret signals or sensor data.

Debug robotics programs.

Build, configure, or test robots or robotic applications.

Create back-ups of robot programs or parameters.

Provide technical support for robotic systems.

Design end-of-arm tooling.

Design robotic systems, such as automatic vehicle control, autonomous vehicles, advanced displays, advanced sensing, robotic platforms, computer vision, or telematics systems.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Robotics Engineers?

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

What's the job outlook for Robotics Engineers?

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

What education is typically required for Robotics Engineers?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.

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

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