Mechatronics / Automation and Robotics
You build machines and robots combining mechanics, electronics and code.
You design intelligent machines and industrial automation. A future-proof field driven by factory automation and robotics.
Is it for you?
This field usually suits people of the realistic and investigative type (RIASEC model). Maths, physics, an interest in technology and tinkering.
Salary (indicative, gross/month)
| Stage | Pay |
|---|---|
| Starting out | PLN 6-8k |
| With experience | PLN 12-22k |
These are indicative figures — real pay depends on city, company, specialisation and contract type.
Example jobs after this field
Pros
- Future-proof, automation is growing
- Good pay and secure work
- Combines physical work with programming
- Concrete, tangible results
Cons
- Requires physics and maths
- Harder technical studies
- Work sometimes in industrial conditions
Future and automation
Very low, you're the one building the automation.
Alternative path
An engineering degree (mechatronics, automation); a technical secondary school as an earlier start.
First steps
- Tinker, Arduino, robotics, electronics for beginners
- Check whether you enjoy physics and technology
- See where graduates work (industry, R&D)
- Visit a technical university's open days
Not sure if "Mechatronics" is the right path for you?
Take the free 10-minute aptitude test (RIASEC model) and see how this field fits your strengths — compared with other paths.
Take the free test →Frequently asked questions
How long does Mechatronics take?
Roughly about 3,5 years. Full-time public studies are usually free.
How much can you earn after Mechatronics?
Indicatively PLN 6-8k starting out and PLN 12-22k per month with experience (gross). These are indicative figures depending on city and specialisation.
Who is Mechatronics for?
Maths, physics, an interest in technology and tinkering. In the RIASEC model it best suits the realistic and investigative type.