Occupation information for Mechatronics Engineers District of Columbia

description

Research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control.

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details

Currently Employed: 3,820

Projected Annual Job Openings: 190

Typical Hourly Wage: $64.63 - $91.96

Typical Annual Salary: $134,430 - $191,280

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Create mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products.
  • Design advanced precision equipment for accurate or controlled applications.
  • Design engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks.
  • Implement or test design solutions.
  • Maintain technical project files.
  • Identify materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs.
  • Research, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic communication.
  • Apply mechatronic or automated solutions to the transfer of materials, components, or finished goods.
  • Develop electronic, mechanical, or computerized processes to perform tasks in dangerous situations, such as underwater exploration or extraterrestrial mining.
  • Provide consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Milling machines
  • Multimeters
  • Semiconductor process systems
  • Signal generators
  • Soldering iron

Technology:
  • Analytical or scientific software
  • Computer aided design CAD software
  • Development environment software
  • Object or component oriented development software
  • Operating system software