Robotic Engineers

Robotics engineers work in the science of robotics, or flexible automation. Robotics engineers are responsible for designing, testing, and building robots that are productive and safe to operate as well as economical to purchase and maintain. These engineers use computer-aided design and drafting, and computer-aided manufacturing (CADD/CAM) systems to perform their tasks. Robotics research engineers design robotic systems and research methods to manufacture them economically. ome robots function as "walking" machines, or teleoperators, using remote control or sensory manipulators.

How to Become a Robotic Engineer

Those presently working in robotics engineering typically fall into one or more of these 3 skills areas:

• Computer Aided Drafting & Design: These engineers design and improve the blueprints for robotic systems, using cutting-edge 3D modeling programs such as AutoCAD, Blender, Inventor and SolidWorks to create plans and schematics.
• Building: Robotics engineers also work in the hands-on construction of robots, as well as creating the manufacturing tools and processes that will build the robots. Increasingly, these professionals can expect to employ 3D printing platforms like Roboze and 3DP.
• Research & Development: Robotic systems often require redesign and modification. Robotics Engineers are at the forefront of R&D. Some researchers work in academia, wielding soft skills in critical thinking, analysis and communication to teach others.

Skills & Responsibilities

Depending on which area they work and which part of the process, a typical working day of a Robotics Engineer can include the following skills and activities. Robotics engineers:

• Use CADD software to create blueprints and schematics for robotic systems
• Develop software and processes that dictate robotic systems functionality
• May design the machines and manufacturing systems that will build the robots
• Build and test the robotic system's individual parts or the system as a whole
• Build the prototype and analyze its functions while looking for and fixing flaws
• In some cases, work as technical support for robot sellers and end-users
• Perform continued research and development (R&D) for improvements in the next generation
• Require exceptional soft skills in areas like creative problem-solving, teamwork and communication
• Some robotics engineers use cutting-edge concepts like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to boost performance of robotic systems.

Education Requirements

You can do robotic engineering after B.tech With Mechanical Engineering & Computer Science engineering.There are presently no dedicated robotics undergraduate degree programs. Instead, prospective college students should study mechanical or electronic engineering, choosing a degree program with coursework and electives in robotics and related fields of study. Undergraduate students should take minors or electives in software engineering, coding – particularly for the C programming language. Most high-quality training programs will offer the student an opportunity to work as an intern at a robotics company in the area. Internships provide work experience that will add weight to the student’s postgraduate study (such as a master’s degree).

Robotics Certifications

Many robotics engineers will seek out certifications to grow their niche skills and validate these skills to prospective employers. You will need to pass extra exams and often demonstrate existing work experience when seeking certification in robotics engineering.

Here are some of the leading certifying bodies and credentials in robotics engineering and the key skills areas they cover:

• The National Robotics Training Center (NRTC) offers four credentials demonstrating the skills needed by robotics engineers, production technicians, and manufacturers employed in the robotics and intelligent systems workforce. These certifications include the CMA: Certified Manufacturing Associate, CRT: Certified Robotics Technician, and the CREA 1 and CREA 2: Certified Robotics Engineering Associate 1 and 2.
• Robotic Industries Association (RIA) provides its RIA Certified Robot Integrator cert for programmers and outfitters of robotic systems. Their rigorous assessment includes on-site audit, risk assessments, safety training and individual exams.
• National Robotics Engineering Center offers safety certification for unmanned robotics for commercial and military use.

Salary of a Robotic Engineers

Earnings vary depending on the experience of the robotics engineer, the location, and the kind of job. In 2006 robotics engineers earned from $50,000 to $60,000 per year. Benefits usually include paid holidays and vacations, health insurance, and retirement plans.