Robotics Engineers create applications or machines that replicate human actions for a variety of industries including mining, automotive, manufacturing, shipping and logistics.
A robotics engineer works with robots and machines, from the initial concept to their final completion. They're involved in every phase of robotic manufacturing and design, including creating prototypes, building and testing the machines and developing and maintaining the software that controls them. They also conduct research to find the most economical yet safest way to build these robotic systems. A prime example of what a robotics engineer does is the development of the Roomba, a vacuum cleaner that can function and operate independently, without the use of human hands.
If you'd like to work in a modern and high-technology field, a robotics engineer is an exciting option. They often design state-of-the-art machinery, develop software for advanced automation systems or serve in the artificial intelligence field. With the high demand for smart electronics, many robotics engineers work on advanced smart technology and its accompanying devices. Becoming a robotic engineer offers an opportunity to grow and advance in a highly technical field. It also allows these individuals to work in a wide variety of industries.