Automotive Engineering Technicians
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on experimental test devices or equipment for performance, durability, or efficiency.
Median pay: $74,510/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
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: 0% projected growth, 2024–2034 — slower than average.
About 3,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Associate's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Document test results, using cameras, spreadsheets, documents, or other tools.
• Set up mechanical, hydraulic, or electric test equipment in accordance with engineering specifications, standards, or test procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, work specifications, drawings, or charts.
• Inspect or test parts to determine nature or cause of defects or malfunctions.
• Monitor computer-controlled test equipment, according to written or verbal instructions.
• Analyze test data for automotive systems, subsystems, or component parts.
• Install equipment, such as instrumentation, test equipment, engines, or aftermarket products, to ensure proper interfaces.
• Perform or execute manual or automated tests of automotive system or component performance, efficiency, or durability.
What's the median pay for Automotive Engineering Technicians?
The median pay for Automotive Engineering Technicians is $74,510 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Automotive Engineering Technicians?
Employment for Automotive Engineering Technicians is projected to change 0% from 2024 to 2034 - slower than average.
What education is typically required for Automotive Engineering Technicians?
Typical entry-level education: Associate's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Automotive Engineering Technicians?
About 3,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.