Mechatronics engineer, Kaipūhanga pūrere tāhiko
Also known as
- Control systems engineer, calibration engineer, robotics engineer, mechanical systems engineer, automation engineer, instrument engineer (NZDF), roboticist
Mechatronics engineers design and develop machinery, smart devices and robotic equipment by combining mechanical, electrical and electronic systems.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$68K to $109K
Most common
$135K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Mechatronics engineers
- usually work regular business hours, but may work evenings and weekends
- usually work in offices, workshops and factories, and may travel locally and nationally
- need to be logical, methodical and practical
Tasks
- design machinery, smart devices and robotic equipment
- design control systems for machines
- build prototypes of machines and systems
- test how machines and systems perform
- make improvements to machines and systems
- calculate running costs of systems
- keep records on system performance
Investigative
Practical
Organised
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You need
- a bachelor's degree in mechanical and industrial engineering and technology, computer science, manufacturing, engineering and technology or similar area
- experience in a similar area related to the type of mechatronics engineering
You may need
- an Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) licence
- to join a professional organisation
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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