Mechatronics Engineers
Overview
Introduction
Mechatronics engineers use the principles of computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering, along with systems integration and technical project management skills, to research, design, develop, test, and troubleshoot computer-controlled electromechanical systems. They are also known as electromechanical engineers and mechatronics systems engineers. There are 287,800 electrical and electronics engineers and 291,900 mechanical engineers employed in the United States.
Quick Facts
Median Salary
Employment Prospects
Minimum Education Level
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Earnings
In 2024, the National Association of Colleges and Employers reported average starting salaries of $75,379 for engineering positions (engineers and technicians).
According to Salary.com, mechatronics engineers earned median salaries of $113,561 in January 2025. The median annual salary for a mechanical engineer in the computer and electronic product manufacturing field was $104,070 in May...
Work Environment
Most mechatronics engineers work indoors in research laboratories, offices, processing or manufacturing plants, or workshops. Some manufacturing plants can be noisy.
Mechatronics engineers generally work 40 hours a week. However, they may need to occasionally work nights and weekends to meet project deadlines.
Some engineers may be required to travel to meet with clients, give pre...
Outlook
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) does not provide an employment outlook for mechatronics engineers, but it does report that job opportunities in electrical, electronics, and mechanical engineering are expected to grow much faster than the average for all careers through through 2033. During the same timeframe, employment for hardware engineers will grow faster than the average, while software...