Mechatronics - Automation Engineering Apprenticeship in St. Pölten
- Lower Austria
- Full Time
Automation is the future – whether in self-driving cars or railway-related processes. This requires next-level specialists like you. You will acquire in-depth knowledge of mechanical and electronic components. Check out our career video for this apprenticeship.
Your future tasks include
- You will manufacture and process mechatronic components.
- You will install mechanical, electrical, and electronic components.
- You will program and test mechatronic systems.
- You will install mechatronic hardware and software components.
- You will maintain and service company-specific systems and equipment.
- You will assemble and test electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic controls.
What you especially need for this role
- You have a talent for technology.
- You are skilled in manual work.
- You have a good imagination.
- You meet the physical requirements.
Our offers to convince you
- You have the opportunity to combine your apprenticeship with the Matura (A-level equivalent) and receive bonuses as a reward.
- You receive free travel throughout Austria with ÖBB trains.
- For excellent performance, you receive additional leave and financial bonuses.
- You have the opportunity to live affordably in one of our apprentice residences.
The apprenticeship starts in September 2027.
The apprentice income for the Mechatronics - Automation Technology apprenticeship (as of Dec. 2025) is:
- €1,040.30 in the 1st year of apprenticeship
- €1,225.10 in the 2nd year of apprenticeship
- €1,556.04 in the 3rd year of apprenticeship
- €2,081.85 in the 4th year of apprenticeship.
Your application
Apply online here with the following complete documents:
- CV
- Annual school reports from the 7th and 8th grades
- School report/annual certificate from the 9th grade, if already completed
- Residence permit – for non-EEA citizens
- Photo
Apply for this apprenticeship as follows.
Contact persons
Do you have further questions about the application or our apprenticeships?
Feel free to contact us by phone or email:
Tel.: +43 5 1778 97 65003
Email: lehrlingsbewerbung@oebb.at
Women are an indispensable part of our success and corporate culture. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women, who will be given preference in the event of equal qualifications – taking into account the relevant framework conditions of all applications.
Please note that a criminal record certificate must be submitted as part of the hiring process.
About the company:
Since 1923, we at ÖBB have shaped mobility in Austria: We transport people and goods and work on solutions for rail, bus, and logistics. Our investments in rail infrastructure contribute to the Austrian economy. As one of Austria's largest employers (*), ÖBB offers a variety of career fields, supports employees in their professional and personal development, and implements measures to promote their health. Together, we work on a corporate culture characterized by appreciation and respectful collaboration.
(*) Source: Firmium, "Largest Employers in Austria", https://www.firmium.ch/blog/groesste-arbeitgeber-oesterreich
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