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Mechatronics Technician (Mechatroniker)
GewO §94 Z.43
Verified: April 2026
Key Facts
- Type: Regulated trade
- Qualification: Qualification exam
- Registration cost: Free (€0)
- Exam fees: Covered by government since July 2023
- Start immediately: Yes, upon registration
- Scope: Automation, robotics, IoT, e-mobility
Future-Proof Trade
Industry 4.0 = high demand
Mechatronics combines mechanics, electronics, and software — exactly
the skills needed for industrial automation, robotics, electric vehicles,
and smart building systems. Upper Austria is the #1 market.
What This Trade Covers
- Industrial automation and PLC programming
- Robotics systems installation and maintenance
- Electric vehicle drivetrain systems
- Building automation and smart systems
- Renewable energy system integration
- Medical device maintenance
Important Limitation
Mechatronics technicians may perform electrical work within mechatronic systems, but pure electrical installations (e.g., house wiring) require a separate Elektrotechnik license (§94 Z.14).
Vollstaendige deutsche Version →
Legally binding: German text of GewO 1994.