Electro-Mechanical / Mechatronics Technician
Also posted as Also posted as: Electro-Mechanical / Mechatronics Technician II, Sr Electro-Mechanical / Mechatronics Technician, Technician II
An electro-mechanical / mechatronics technician works across mechanical, electrical, and control systems, the hybrid skill set modern automated equipment demands, keeping integrated machines running end to end. It's a hands-on job in automated production and logistics, and many people start with a two-year associate degree or a focused certificate rather than a four-year degree.
Below: what it pays, what you'd do, the skills you need, and how to become one.
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How much does it pay?
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Maintain integrated systems
Service equipment that blends mechanics, electronics, and controls.
Troubleshoot across domains
Chase faults wherever they live, mechanical, electrical, or software.
Execute preventive maintenance
Keep automated equipment inspected, lubricated, and in tolerance.
Support automation
Assist with installs, upgrades, and tuning of automated cells.
What skills do you need?
Three core skills sit at the heart of this role. You can learn all of them through short, hands-on training.
Mechanical
Maintaining and repairing mechanical drives, bearings, and moving assemblies.
Electrical
Installing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical circuits and components safely.
Automation
Working with the automated systems, sensors, and logic that run modern operations.
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