Mechatronics engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Mechatronics engineer gender statistics
14.6% of mechatronics engineers are women and 85.4% of mechatronics engineers are men.
- Male, 85.4%
- Female, 14.6%
Mechatronics engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 85.4% |
| Female | 14.6% |
Mechatronics engineer gender pay gap
Women earn $1.04 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$72,550
Female income
$75,265
Mechatronics engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in mechatronics engineer positions over time. Currently, 14.6% of mechatronics engineers are female.
Mechatronics engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 87.68% | 12.32% |
| 2011 | 91.24% | 8.76% |
| 2012 | 88.80% | 11.20% |
| 2013 | 89.42% | 10.58% |
| 2014 | 88.17% | 11.83% |
| 2015 | 87.22% | 12.78% |
| 2016 | 88.58% | 11.42% |
| 2017 | 86.37% | 13.63% |
| 2018 | 87.07% | 12.93% |
| 2019 | 86.93% | 13.07% |
| 2020 | 84.15% | 15.85% |
| 2021 | 85.37% | 14.63% |
Mechatronics engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared mechatronics engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Mechatronics Engineer | 85% | 15% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Mechatronics engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among mechatronics engineers is White, which makes up 67.6% of all mechatronics engineers. Comparatively, 16.9% of mechatronics engineers are Asian and 7.9% of mechatronics engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 67.6%
- Asian, 16.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 7.9%
- Unknown, 4.5%
- Black or African American, 3.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.0%
Mechatronics engineer race
| Mechatronics engineer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.6% |
| Asian | 16.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.9% |
| Unknown | 4.5% |
| Black or African American | 3.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.0% |
Mechatronics engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how mechatronics engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Mechatronics engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 74.78% | 3.16% | 14.77% | 5.50% |
| 2011 | 74.84% | 3.16% | 14.55% | 5.80% |
| 2012 | 75.27% | 3.39% | 13.71% | 6.13% |
| 2013 | 74.84% | 2.64% | 15.20% | 5.55% |
| 2014 | 72.87% | 2.74% | 16.32% | 6.55% |
| 2015 | 73.35% | 2.99% | 14.93% | 7.14% |
| 2016 | 71.37% | 3.18% | 16.02% | 7.73% |
| 2017 | 72.09% | 2.47% | 15.74% | 7.66% |
| 2018 | 72.88% | 2.78% | 15.38% | 6.89% |
| 2019 | 71.33% | 3.02% | 15.89% | 7.17% |
| 2020 | 67.82% | 2.73% | 17.39% | 8.52% |
| 2021 | 67.57% | 3.08% | 16.89% | 7.85% |
Mechatronics engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino mechatronics engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american mechatronics engineers have the lowest average salary at $67,576.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $72,679 |
| White | $73,850 |
| Black or African American | $67,576 |
| Asian | $73,098 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $75,809 |
Average mechatronics engineer age
See how the average age of mechatronics engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Mechatronics engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 39 | 36 |
| White | 40 | 33 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 48 |
| Asian | 38.5 | 34 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 26 |
Mechatronics engineer age breakdown
The average age of mechatronics engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the mechatronics engineer population.
Mechatronics engineer age breakdown
| Mechatronics Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Mechatronics engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for mechatronics engineers is bachelor's degree, with 77% of mechatronics engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 13% and master's degree degree at 6%.
- Bachelor's, 77%
- Master's, 13%
- Associate, 6%
- Diploma, 3%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Mechatronics engineers by degree level
| Mechatronics engineer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 77% |
| Master's | 13% |
| Associate | 6% |
| Diploma | 3% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Mechatronics engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, mechatronics engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $98,181 annually. With a Master's degree, mechatronics engineers earn a median annual income of $88,007 compared to $74,360 for mechatronics engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $88,007 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $74,360 |
| Doctorate Degree | $98,181 |
Mechatronics engineer employment statistics
Most mechatronics engineers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where mechatronics engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where mechatronics engineers work.
Mechatronics engineer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 23% |
| > 10,000 employees | 26% |
Mechatronics engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the mechatronics engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most mechatronics engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Mechatronics engineer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 30% |
| Private | 63% |
| Government | 2% |
Mechatronics engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for mechatronics engineers are technology, manufacturing and professional.
Mechatronics engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 17% |
| Manufacturing | 16% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Automotive | 9% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Start-up | 6% |
| Education | 5% |
| Finance | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Media | 2% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Mechatronics engineer turnover and employment statistics
Mechatronics engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for mechatronics engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Mechatronics engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Mechatronics engineer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.09% |
| 2011 | 4.26% |
| 2012 | 2.86% |
| 2013 | 1.99% |
| 2014 | 1.63% |
| 2015 | 1.74% |
| 2016 | 1.46% |
| 2017 | 1.74% |
| 2018 | 1.20% |
| 2019 | 1.42% |
| 2020 | 2.46% |
| 2021 | 2.18% |
Average mechatronics engineer tenure
The average mechatronics engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 150 mechatronics engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Mechatronics engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 42% |
| 1-2 years | 27% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 3% |
Mechatronics engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of mechatronics engineers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Manager | 3.67% | 16,155 |
| Mechatronics Engineer | 4.55% | - |
| Nuclear Power Plant Engineer | 5.25% | 13,497 |
| Solar Designer | 6.39% | 46,160 |
| Test Facility Engineer | 7.54% | 29,673 |
| Chemical Research Engineer | 8.92% | 49,328 |
| Metallurgical Specialist | 10.43% | 24,321 |
Similar mechatronics engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Manager | 3.67% | 16,155 |
| Nuclear Power Plant Engineer | 5.25% | 13,497 |
| Solar Designer | 6.39% | 46,160 |
| Test Facility Engineer | 7.54% | 29,673 |
| Chemical Research Engineer | 8.92% | 49,328 |
| Metallurgical Specialist | 10.43% | 24,321 |
Foreign languages spoken by mechatronics engineers
The most common foreign language among mechatronics engineers is Spanish at 33.3%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Mandarin at 22.2% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 22.2%.
- Spanish, 33.3%
- Mandarin, 22.2%
- Chinese, 22.2%
- Arabic, 11.1%
- French, 11.1%
Mechatronics engineer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 33.3% |
| Mandarin | 22.2% |
| Chinese | 22.2% |
| Arabic | 11.1% |
| French | 11.1% |
