Career opportunities - Mechatronics and Automation
Mechatronics and Automation (Sivilingeniør) (Master's Programme)
Career opportunities
Two students are checking the results of experiments in the sea. Photo: Tone Molnes/NTNU
Mechatronics and automation are vital in the digital transformation, sustainability needs and green shift currently going on all over the world. The study programme opens up a range of career opportunities in a large variety of industries, e.g., health technology, automated production, or the maritime sector.
Relevant jobs:
- Robotics Engineer
Design and develop robotic systems for manufacturing, healthcare, exploration, or other industries.
- Automation Engineer
Implement automated systems to control and optimise processes in manufacturing, energy production, or other sectors.
- Control Systems Engineer
Design and implement control systems for various applications, such as manufacturing processes, traffic systems, or environmental systems.
- Mechanical Design Engineer
Work on the design and development of mechanical components and systems, especially those with integrated electronic and control elements.
- Instrumentation Engineer
Develop and maintain instrumentation and control systems used in industries such as manufacturing, energy, or chemical processing.
- Systems Integration Engineer
Integrate different engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, and software) to create comprehensive systems, such as mechatronic systems.
- Research and Development (R&D) Engineer
Engage in research to develop new technologies, products, or processes that involve mechatronics and automation.
- Product Development Engineer
Work on designing, testing, and improving products that incorporate mechatronic and automated systems.
- Quality Control Engineer
Ensure the quality of products and processes through the implementation of automated inspection and testing systems.
- Renewable Energy Engineer
Contribute to the development and maintenance of automated systems in the renewable energy sector, such as solar or wind power.
- Biomedical Engineer
Apply mechatronic principles to design and develop medical devices and equipment.
- Aerospace Engineer
Work on the design and development of automated systems for aircraft, spacecraft, or unmanned aerial vehicles.
- Manufacturing Engineer
Optimize manufacturing processes through the implementation of mechatronic and automated systems to improve efficiency and quality.
- Consultant
Provide expertise and guidance to companies looking to implement mechatronics and automation solutions.