Robotics Engineers
What They Do And Why They Do It
Job Describtion
Robots have a helpful role performing tasks too difficult for humans. A Robotics Engineer is needed to think about what a robot needs to do and to with several other engineers to design and put together the perfect robot.
What Is Cool About Robotic Engineering
With this job and the right skills you could create the next generation of robotic toys and technology.
How This Career Benefits Society
Robotics Engineers design robots that explore what humans can't, like the depths of the ocean or faraway planets.
Education
A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is required for most entry level positions. Robotics require many different levels of expertise and some colleges now have robotics engineering degrees.
Personality Needed For The Job
To be a Robotics Engineer you need to have excellent problem solving skills, creativity, mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, good teamwork skills, excellent oral and written skills.
Annual Salary
The annual salary of a Robotics Engineer is $94,240.
Projected Job Growth
From 2012-2022 it's projected to increase 3%-6% (slower than average)
Companies That Hire Robotics Engineers
Three Companies That hire Robotics Engineers are:
-Jet Propulsion Laboratory
-John Deere
-General Motors Company