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Electro-Mechanical Technologist

Electro-Mechanical Technologist

  • Ideal for tech enthusiasts who love working with cutting-edge automated systems.
  • Play a crucial role in advancing technology for exploration and infrastructure.
  • Operate unmanned vehicles for unique tasks like deep-sea exploration and data collection.
💰 Earn $62K-$101K
📚 Associate Degree

Overview

Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

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Minimum Education

Associate Degree

Career Prospects

Shaky (Decreasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

1,300 Annually

Earnings

$77,140

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Day-to-Day

  • Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
  • Install or program computer hardware or machine or instrumentation software in microprocessor-based systems.
  • Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
  • Modify, maintain, or repair electrical, electronic, or mechanical components, equipment, or systems to ensure proper functioning.
  • Inspect parts for surface defects.

Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

  • Thinking and problem solving
  • Using data or completing tasks
  • Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Monitoring
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Reading Comprehension

You value 🙏

  • Having support
  • Job security
  • Personal relationships

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