Is being a robotics engineer a good fit for you?
Designs and tests robots and the software that controls them.
What the work involves
- Reviews and approves designs, calculations and cost estimates.
- Processes and interprets signals and sensor data.
- Finds and fixes faults in robot programs.
- Builds, sets up and tests robots and robot systems.
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:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
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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