Mechatronics engineer

Also known as

Control systems engineer, calibration engineer, robotics engineer, mechanical systems engineer, automation engineer, instrument engineer (NZDF), roboticist

AUT programmes

• Study Mechatronics Engineering - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

Work environment

• 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

Typical 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

Salary information

Tips from AUT graduates

Outlook

What employers and industry want in graduates

Further study options

• Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering
• Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering
• Master of Engineering