Is being a mechatronics engineer a good fit for you?
Designs and tests automated machines and smart systems that mix mechanics, electronics and computer control.
What the work involves
- Creates design documents for mechanical parts, assemblies and finished products.
- Designs precise equipment for accurate or controlled work.
- Designs systems that automate industrial jobs.
- Puts design solutions into action and tests them.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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