How to become a Robotics Engineer
Robotics engineers design, build, test and repair robots and robotic systems.
Personal requirements for a Robotics Engineer
- Knowledge of mathematics and physics
- Enjoy technical work
- Able to work independently or as part of a team
- Able to think creatively and problem solve
Education & Training for a Robotics Engineer
To become a robotics engineer, you usually need a degree in engineering, with a major in robotics or mechatronics. To get into these courses, you usually need to gain your Senior Secondary Certificate of Education. Prerequisite subjects, or assumed knowledge, in one or more of English, mathematics, chemistry and physics are normally required. Universities have different prerequisites and some have flexible entry requirements or offer external study. Contact the institutions you are interested in for more information. For further details, visit gooduniversitiesguide.com.au.
Duties & Tasks of a Robotics Engineer
Robotics engineers:
- Build, configure and troubleshoot robots and robotics systems
- Research and design processes for operating robotic systems
- Develop cost proposals and quality control reports
- Develop designs and applications
Working conditions for a Robotics Engineer
Workplaces range from laboratories and processing plants to engineering design offices.
Employment Opportunities for a Robotics Engineer
Robotics engineers are employed in firms where it is necessary to design and maintain automatic equipment. This includes a variety of industries, such as manufacturing, mining, aviation, robotics, defence and transport.
Specializations
Robotics Engineer
Robotics engineers design, build, test and repair robots and robotic systems.
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