Automotive Engineering Technician Career

Job Description: Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on experimental test devices or equipment for performance, durability, or efficiency.


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Automotive Engineering Technician Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$72,450

Median Hourly Wage

$34.83*

Total Employed Nationally

37,450


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.