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what positions did you have before becoming a robotic engineer ?
I want to become a robotic engineer in the future and i want to know the steps to become one
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Ahmad’s Answer
To become a robotics engineer, you need to know Physics, Math, and Programming, along with some electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering. The specific skills you need can depend on what part of robotics you want to work in.
If you're in high school, joining a robotics club is a great start. You can work on projects like building a line-following robot or one that avoids obstacles. Learning a programming language like Python is also helpful.
After high school, look for colleges that offer degrees in Robotics Engineering. Many schools let you focus on robotics within Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Science programs. You'll study things like Control Systems, Embedded Systems, Sensors, Robot Dynamics, and Machine Learning or AI. Spending time in a robotics lab or club is really important. Also, try to get an internship with a company that works with robotics or automation to gain practical experience.
If you're in high school, joining a robotics club is a great start. You can work on projects like building a line-following robot or one that avoids obstacles. Learning a programming language like Python is also helpful.
After high school, look for colleges that offer degrees in Robotics Engineering. Many schools let you focus on robotics within Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Science programs. You'll study things like Control Systems, Embedded Systems, Sensors, Robot Dynamics, and Machine Learning or AI. Spending time in a robotics lab or club is really important. Also, try to get an internship with a company that works with robotics or automation to gain practical experience.
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cassandra’s Answer
Most robotics engineers don’t start in robotics right away. They usually build experience by working in related areas first. Here are the most common steps:
1. Entry-Level Engineering or Tech Jobs
After earning a 4-year engineering degree, many people start in beginner positions such as:
🔹 Mechanical Engineering Intern / Technician
Helps build or test mechanical parts
Learns how machines move and function
🔹 Electrical Engineering Intern / Technician
Works with circuits, sensors, motors, wiring
Learns how to power and control devices
🔹 Software Developer or Programmer
Writes code
Practices problem-solving, automation, and logic
🔹 Robotics Lab Assistant / Intern
Works with robots under supervision
Helps test sensors, motors, and robotic arms
These early jobs help build skills and confidence.
2. Hands-On Student Experience (Before Any Job!)
This is one of the MOST important steps—and many robotics engineers start way before college by joining:
Robotics clubs
FIRST Robotics teams
Engineering camps
STEM competitions
Coding classes
Maker or tech clubs
These are often the very first “positions” future robotics engineers hold.
3. Specialized Roles After College
Once someone has experience, they may move into more focused roles:
Robotics Engineer
Automation Engineer
Mechatronics Engineer
AI/Programming Engineer
Machine Learning Engineer
Robotics Technician
Research Assistant in a robotics lab
These positions usually come after enough education + internships + beginner engineering jobs.
1. Entry-Level Engineering or Tech Jobs
After earning a 4-year engineering degree, many people start in beginner positions such as:
🔹 Mechanical Engineering Intern / Technician
Helps build or test mechanical parts
Learns how machines move and function
🔹 Electrical Engineering Intern / Technician
Works with circuits, sensors, motors, wiring
Learns how to power and control devices
🔹 Software Developer or Programmer
Writes code
Practices problem-solving, automation, and logic
🔹 Robotics Lab Assistant / Intern
Works with robots under supervision
Helps test sensors, motors, and robotic arms
These early jobs help build skills and confidence.
2. Hands-On Student Experience (Before Any Job!)
This is one of the MOST important steps—and many robotics engineers start way before college by joining:
Robotics clubs
FIRST Robotics teams
Engineering camps
STEM competitions
Coding classes
Maker or tech clubs
These are often the very first “positions” future robotics engineers hold.
3. Specialized Roles After College
Once someone has experience, they may move into more focused roles:
Robotics Engineer
Automation Engineer
Mechatronics Engineer
AI/Programming Engineer
Machine Learning Engineer
Robotics Technician
Research Assistant in a robotics lab
These positions usually come after enough education + internships + beginner engineering jobs.