A Day in the Life
You install, commission, maintain, and repair mechatronic systems — automated machines that combine mechanical, electrical, and electronic/software components — in industrial and commercial settings.
- Install and commission automated machinery and robotic systems
- Diagnose faults spanning mechanical, electrical, and PLC/software domains
- Replace faulty components — servo drives, sensors, pneumatic actuators, encoders
- Calibrate sensors and feedback systems after repair or replacement
- Read wiring diagrams, pneumatic schematics, and PLC ladder logic programs
- Update PLC programs or HMI screens for minor modifications
- Perform preventive maintenance on automated production equipment
- Document faults and repairs in the maintenance management system
Work Environment
Industrial factory with automated machinery — conveyor systems, robotic arms, automated packaging lines, or CNC-integrated production cells. Sri Lanka's FTZ apparel, food processing, and pharmaceutical sectors are the primary employers of mechatronics technicians.
Skills Required
Required
Preferred
Technical Skills
Soft Skills
How to Qualify in Sri Lanka
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You install, commission, maintain, and repair mechatronic systems — automated machines that combine mechanical, electrical, and electronic/software components — in industrial and commercial settings.