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Applied Integrated Technologies/Mechatronics

Applied integrated technology fields apply the principles of science, engineering and mathematics to solve technical problems. Mechatronic systems are often referred to as “smart” devices because of the incorporation of sensors, actuators and computer control systems. In today’s world, the term “mechatronics” has become synonymous with products that offer fast, precise performance.

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Applied Integrated Technologies/Mechatronics – Western, NY / Western NY
  1. 1. Occupational Group Definition
  2. 2. Occupational Churn and Attrition
  3. 3. Wage Analysis
  4. 4. Gap Analysis
  5. 5. Hires Data
  6. 6. Real-Time Labor Market Data

Occupational Group Definition.

Western NY

The data below is based on the following 5 counties:
Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Niagara.

Standard Occupational Classifications (SOC), occupations, wages and estimated demand.

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This chart defines the specific occupations that have been included in the workforce cluster (aggregate view) or occupational group in this report. A more detailed view of each occupation is available by clicking the linked occupation which will open MCC Career Coach providing career exploration and occupational details within a selected region. To find more information on the job titles and skill sets that are aligned to each occupation, click on the linked SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) which will open O*NET OnLine, a database of occupations developed under the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration.  View detailed Data Sources.

WAGES
SOC Occupations 10th
Percentile
50th
Percentile
90th
Percentile
Growth Replacements Openings
17-3024.00 Electro-Mechanical Technicians 22.81 30.07 39.02 1 4 5
17-3026.00 Industrial Engineering Technicians 24.77 35.40 36.81 8 47 55
17-3027.00 Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians 25.21 36.46 39.46 2 33 35
17-3028.00 Calibration Technologists and Technicians 18.73 24.65 44.56 0 8 8
17-3029.00 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other 22.64 31.82 39.85 3 27 30
47-2073.00 Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators 23.27 30.08 53.52 10 121 132
49-2094.00 Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment 19.74 29.94 41.22 2 12 14
49-9041.00 Industrial Machinery Mechanics 23.19 33.42 42.35 46 148 193
49-9043.00 Maintenance Workers, Machinery 19.83 29.14 37.60 5 28 33
51-2028.00 Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers 16.43 19.50 34.47 94 259 353
51-4035.00 Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 18.60 25.73 33.63 0 9 9
51-4041.00 Machinists 19.25 28.72 37.91 1 187 189
51-4061.00 Model Makers, Metal and Plastic 29.58 34.36 50.06 0 4 4
51-7032.00 Patternmakers, Wood 2.60 16.86 62.05 0 0 0
51-9161.00 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators 18.59 23.62 31.36 0 112 112
51-9162.00 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers 25.67 34.19 47.79 2 16 18
Averages & Total $20.68 $29.00 $41.98 175 1,015 1,190

Wages and demand based on the 5 county region: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Niagara.


Q4 2025 EMSI Occupation data.


Occupational Churn and Attrition.

SOC Occupations 2025
Estimated
Annual
Churn
2025
Estimated
Annual
Attrition
17-3024.00 Electro-Mechanical Technicians 26.81% 27.30%
17-3026.00 Industrial Engineering Technicians 26.46% 26.76%
17-3027.00 Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians 32.69% 32.66%
17-3028.00 Calibration Technologists and Technicians 24.04% 24.68%
17-3029.00 Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other 31.47% 31.58%
47-2073.00 Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators 59.91% 59.68%
49-2094.00 Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment 39.55% 38.64%
49-9041.00 Industrial Machinery Mechanics 30.56% 29.73%
49-9043.00 Maintenance Workers, Machinery 33.73% 33.98%
51-2028.00 Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers 30.92% 31.04%
51-4035.00 Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic 33.97% 35.25%
51-4041.00 Machinists 24.86% 25.36%
51-4061.00 Model Makers, Metal and Plastic 31.89% 33.51%
51-9161.00 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators 44,195.30% 45,557.17%
51-9162.00 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers 5.07% 5.16%

Estimated Annual Churn is the average of the separations and hires within an occupation divided by the total employment for that occupation. Estimated Annual Attrition is calculated by dividing the separations within an occupation by the total employment for the occupation.


Q4 2025 EMSI Occupation data.


Wage Analysis.

Occupational group hourly wages.

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This chart provides entry (10th percentile), median (50th percentile), and high (90th percentile) wage data for the workforce cluster in the region selected.  View detailed data sources.

Hourly Wage
  • Total Workforce Wages for Occupational Group (10th, 50th and 90th percentile)
  • 5-Year Median Wage MCC Graduates in Related Programs
  • $26 Self-sufficiency standard for 2 adults + 1 preschooler (Monroe County, NY)
  • $18 Self-sufficiency standard for 1 adult + 1 preschooler (Monroe County, NY)

Wage curve based on the 5 county region: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Niagara.


Q4 2025 EMSI Occupation data.


Gap Analysis.

Regional program completions vs. estimated annual openings.

This measurement aims to provide a regionally based supply and demand report, comparing the total estimated number of learners completing a relevant middle-skills training or education program within a region, against estimated industry demand for those middle-skills workers that have been included for purposes of this analysis in a specific occupational group or workforce cluster. Additional source information and detailed completion data are available in Data Sources.

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The estimated deficit or surplus of workers in an occupational grouping or workforce cluster, as defined by the report, compares the number of individuals who completed a formal training or education program against the estimated demand for entry-level occupations relevant to a program’s workforce focus. View detailed Data Sources.

Middle-Skill Education Provider September 2022 - August 2023 Completions Estimated Annual Job Openings Estimated Gap (Δ)
Erie Community College 12 1,190 -1,145**
Jamestown Community College 3
Niagara County Community College 4
SUNY College of Technology at Alfred 19
SUNY Corning Community College 7
Total 45*
Data is estimated, not predictive.

Source: Includes associates degrees; awards of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years; awards of less than 1 academic year; and non-credit awards of 1 academic year or less from Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).


Q4 2025 EMSI Occupation data.

2025 Total Workforce: 11,250 Applied Integrated Technologies/Mechatronics – Western, NY Workers.

10-year aging out projection: 30.5% are approaching retirement age.

Source: IPEDS and noncredit self-reported data from application education providers.


Q4 2025 EMSI Occupation data.


Hires Data.

Job postings summary.

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This table provides the total number of unique job postings for the occupations that have been included within either the occupational group or workforce cluster for a given month. By comparing the number of unique online postings to total online postings, a measurement of posting intensity can be estimated. Posting intensity may be used to understand the amount of recruitment being done online for a single opportunity. View detailed Data Sources.

Unique postings (Nov 2025)

267

666 total postings

Posting intensity (Nov 2025)

2.5 : 1

Regional average: 2.6 : 1

There were 666 total job postings for the Applied Integrated Technologies/Mechatronics – Western, NY in November 2025, of which 267 were unique. These numbers give us a posting intensity of 2.5 : 1, meaning that for every 2.5 postings there is 1 unique job posting.


November 2025 EMSI Hires data.


Real-Time Labor Market Data.

Top skills.

Based on online job postings May 2, 2023 – May 2, 2024.

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This chart displays the skills that were in greatest demand for the occupations within the workforce cluster or occupational group. An analysis of skills derived from online job postings is useful for understanding if learning outcomes within a relevant education or training program relates to the skills most in demand in the labor market. View detailed Data Sources.

Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) 277
Communication 212
Operations 181
Valid Driver's License 115
Machinery 106
Lifting Ability 99
Computer Literacy 95
Hand Tools 95
Preventive Maintenance 95
Hydraulics 94
 
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120
180
240
300

Data Source: Lightcast Job Posting Analytics.

Top employers.

Based on online job postings May 2, 2023 – May 2, 2024.

Unclassified 55
Adecco 29
Acara Solutions 25
ProAmpac's 25
Bill Westervelt Asphalt Paving 20
Randstad 20
Eaton Corporation 17
Orion Ads 17
ManpowerGroup 16
Tesla 16
 
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40
60
80
100

Data Source: Lightcast Job Posting Analytics.

Most frequent certifications.

Based on online job postings May 2, 2023 – May 2, 2024.

Valid Driver's License 121
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) 25
10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card 20
Forklift Certification 14
CDL Class B License 8
National Apprenticeship Certificate 5
CDL Class A License 4
30-Hour OSHA General Industry Card 3
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification 3
Certified Welder 3
 
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80
120
160
200

Data Source: Lightcast Job Posting Analytics.

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