How to Become a Robotics Technician in Delaware (2026)

Q: How much do robotics technicians earn in Delaware?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), robotics technicians in Delaware earned a median annual wage of approximately $67,360 (using the related "Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians" BLS category, since robotics technician wages are not tracked separately). Employment concentration in Delaware is roughly 0.43 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole.

Q: What is the job outlook for robotics technicians in Delaware?

Delaware currently employs approximately 130 workers in the related "Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians" BLS category, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 0.6% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated September 2, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Delaware employs about 130 robotics technicians earning a median $67,360 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025; proxy category “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians”). Most robotics technicians train through an approved program before entering the field in Delaware.

Key Facts

Median wage (Delaware): $67,360/yr (Source: BLS OEWS (proxy: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians), 2025)
Employed in Delaware: 130 workers (Source: BLS OEWS (proxy: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians), 2025)
Location quotient: 0.43x U.S. average (Source: BLS OEWS, 2025)
Projected growth: 0.6% (2024-2034) (Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024)

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Delaware employs approximately 130 workers in the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category (SOC 17-3023), with a median annual wage of $67,360 ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 0.6% from 2024 to 2034, with about 8,400 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a Robotics Technician in Delaware, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

A note on salary data: The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not track robotics technician salaries as a separate category. The wage figures on this page are based on the closest matching BLS classification: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (SOC 17-3023). Actual robotics technician earnings may vary.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school or community college
Typical timeline: varies by program; confirm with the school
Median wage (Delaware): $67,360 per year (based on related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category) ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Robotics Technician in Delaware

How to become a Robotics Technician in Delaware? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for robotics technicians in Delaware.

How long does it take? robotics technician training length in Delaware varies by program. Confirm current requirements with the school and the state board before you enroll.

What do robotics technicians earn in Delaware? The BLS does not track robotics technician wages separately. Based on the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category, the median annual wage in Delaware is $67,360, with entry-level wages around $49,420 and experienced workers earning $107,310 or more ¹.

How to Become a Robotics Technician in Delaware

Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Delaware training programs require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Complete an approved training program. Enroll in an approved robotics technician program in Delaware that combines classroom instruction with supervised practice.
Gain supervised work experience. Build documented on-the-job hours under a qualified supervisor; confirm the exact total currently required with the licensing board.
Meet state and employer requirements. Confirm any registration, certification, or employer requirements that apply to robotics technicians in Delaware before you start working.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Robotics Technician Wages by Metro Area in Delaware

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Delaware

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians wages in Delaware vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington	1,570	$80,781	$81,596	$52,035	$106,473

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for robotics technicians in Delaware? Delaware employs approximately 130 workers in the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 0.6% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Delaware? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Delaware.

How much do robotics technicians earn in Delaware compared to the national average? The median annual wage for robotics technicians in Delaware is $67,360 (based on the related “Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians” category), which is $9,820 below the national median of $77,180 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)