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Graduates of the Master’s program in Automotive Technology at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø typically pursue careers at the forefront of mobility innovation. Alumni work as vehicle dynamics engineers, control and systems engineers, powertrain specialists, and R&D engineers in areas such as automated driving, electrification, and smart mobility. Thanks to the program’s strong focus on system-level thinking and model-based design, graduates often bridge mechanical engineering, control, and software development. Many AT alumni grow into multidisciplinary roles, coordinating complex vehicle systems or contributing to cutting-edge research and development projects in both established companies and innovative start-ups.

Demand and salary

The demand for automotive and mobility engineers remains strong, driven by developments in electrification, autonomous systems, and sustainable transport. Graduates of the Automotive Technology program benefit from close ties to the Brainport Eindhoven ecosystem and international automotive and high‑tech industries.

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Top Employers in Our Backyard 

• DAF Trucks – Develops advanced commercial vehicles, employing AT graduates in vehicle dynamics, powertrain development, and control systems.
• VDL Group – Active in automotive systems, electric mobility, and manufacturing, offering interdisciplinary engineering roles.
• TNO Automotive – Conducts applied research in automated driving, energy efficiency, and vehicle safety.
• ASML – While not automotive, ASML employs AT alumni for high‑precision systems engineering and control expertise.
• High-tech SMEs & startups – Many AT graduates join or found startups focused on autonomous driving, simulation, and mobility solutions.

Eighty percent of the Dutch automotive industry is located in the Brainport Eindhoven region.

Beyond industry: PhD and EngD

In addition to industry careers, Automotive Technology graduates regularly continue into research-oriented paths. ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø offers strong PhD opportunities in areas such as vehicle dynamics, control systems, automated driving, and sustainable mobility. Graduates who prefer an applied, industry-embedded route may choose an EngD (Engineering Doctorate), combining advanced design training with real-world automotive and mobility projects in close collaboration with industrial partners..

Are you already thinking of doing a PhD research? Have a look at Taking a PhD at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø to see what Eindhoven University of Technology can offer you.