Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologist salary
From 23 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 17-3024: Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologist H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 23 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologist jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 17-3024, Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians). The median base salary is $75,046, 39% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $55,580 and $96,000.
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Percentiles from certified H-1B filings, base salary only. Metro areas with at least 10 filings.
By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | – | 0 |
| Level II · Qualified | – | 0 |
| Level III · Experienced | – | 0 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
What a Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologist does
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.
Typical tasks
- 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.
- Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using soldering equipment and hand tools.
Preparation
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
O*NET occupation: Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024.00). This section includes information from the O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.
H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians), the median annual wage was $73,900 in May 2025, with 15,520 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $75,046, 2% higher.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $47,757 | $47,840 |
| 25th percentile | $55,580 | $59,780 |
| Median | $75,046 | $73,900 |
| 75th percentile | $96,000 | $88,540 |
| 90th percentile | $102,400 | $109,890 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $47,757 |
| 25th | $55,580 |
| 50th (median) | $75,046 |
| 75th | $96,000 |
| 90th | $102,400 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologist make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologist jobs is $75,046 (23 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $55,580 and $96,000.
Do H-1B Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($75,046) is 2% higher than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($73,900, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.