Mechatronics Engineers Go Back to List Research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Development environment software

Tasks
	Publish engineering reports documenting design details or qualification test results.
	Provide consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control.
	Oversee the work of contractors in accordance with project requirements.
	Create mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products.
	Maintain technical project files.
	Analyze existing development or manufacturing procedures and suggest improvements.
	Implement or test design solutions.
	Research, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic communication.
	Identify and select materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs.
	Design, develop, or implement control circuits or algorithms for electromechanical or pneumatic devices or systems.

Skills
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
	Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
	Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
	Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

Knowledge
	Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
	Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
	Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
	Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
	Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $122,567.00 $58.92  $40.21  $49.38 - $65.64  Bridgeport/Stamford $132,837.00 $63.86  $45.66  $51.99 - $69.89  Danbury $96,128.00 $46.21  $30.77  $34.57 - $60.05  Hartford $114,436.00 $55.02  $38.60  $41.03 - $64.90  New Haven $127,198.00 $61.15  $39.89  $46.74 - $79.22  New London/Norwich $127,167.00 $61.14  $42.52  $51.16 - $68.62  Waterbury $76,823.00 $36.94  $25.01  $28.12 - $42.31  Torrington $91,092.00 $43.79  $32.24  $38.80 - $49.79

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   129   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow faster than average, but the number of annual openings will offer good or favorable job opportunities.

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