Marg Career Library - Robotics Engineer

Overview:

Robotics engineers work in the science of robotics, or flexible automation. Robotics technologies are used to develop machines that can substitute for humans and replicate human actions. It is a field of engineering that deals with the conceptualisation, design, structure, manufacture and operation of robots. These technologies deal with the design, construction, operations, sensory feedback, computer systems and use of robots. Robotics Engineering is an interdisciplinary branch of electrical engineering & mechanical engineering.

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Career Path:

Stream of Study in 12th Grade/School:	Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
Degree/Graduation Courses:	B.Tech /B.E(Mechanical) B.Tech /B.E(Electrical and Electronics) B.Tech /B.E(Computer Science) B.E. in Robotics Engineering for 4 years B.Tech in Mechatronics engineering for 4 years
Higher education/Post Graduation Courses:	M.Tech in specialized branch of robotics for 2 years M.Tech in Robotics/Mechatronics/ or any other specialized field for 2 years M.Tech in Automation & Robotics M.E in Robotics Engineering M.Tech in Remote Sensing & Wireless Sensing Networks Ph.D. in the area of specialization after completing Masters.

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Top Colleges:

Indian Institute of Technology, Multiple locations
Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore
Birla Institute of Technology, Pilani
International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad
SRM University, Chennai
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun
Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai
Hindustan University, Chennai
National Institute of Technology, Trichy
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
University of Hyderabad
Jadavpur University, Kolkata
PSG College of Technology, Tamil Nadu

Job Opportunities:

Manufacturing Industry
Automobile Industry
Defence
Space Research

Job Responsibilities:

Planning and designing tools and engines, to create programmed machines and robots that are safe to operate and economical.
Perform extensive research in various mechanical and robotic technologies to update their robot with upcoming technology
Debug robotics programs
Provide technical support for robotic systems
Install, calibrate, operate and maintain robots
Write algorithms or programming code for robotic applications
Conduct research on robotic technology to create new robotic systems or system capabilities
Modify computer-controlled motion of automated machines and robots
Develop, test and evaluate robot designs
After assembly, install and test robots for defects

Work Life:

Robotics engineers are employed in offices, manufacturing plants, or laboratories
A typical day involves building, configuring and testing robots
At times, robotics engineers work in manufacturing plants; these plants may be noisy, depending on the industry

Key Skills:

Creativity
Innovation
Scientific temper
Arithmetic proficiency
Systematic thinking
Sound judgment
Problem solving
Decision making
Efficient communication

Designation:

Entry level

Robotic Process Automation, RPA Consultant, RPA developer, Development Software engineer, Staff Intelligent Automation, Robotics UI engineer, Robotic Programmer, Robotic Technician, Robotic Tester

Mid level

Sr. Robotic Process Automation, Senior consultant, Labview design engineer, Process Automation engineer, Speciality development Practitioner, Technical Lead, Data scientist, System engineer, Robot Design Engineer, Robotic Test Engineer, Senior Robotics Specialist, Automated Product Design Engineer, Agricultural Instrumentation Engineer, Robotics System Engineer, Maintenance Engineer

High level

Lead engineer-Robotics, RPA Senior developer, Plant Floor Automation Manager, Automation Manager, Senior RPA Architect, Solution architect, Senior product Manager, Application Defence Manager

Merits & Demerits:

Merits

1. Demand for robotic professionals is high.
2. It is a highly rewarding and satisfying career

Demerits

1. This is an interdisciplinary field and difficult to have a clear career path.
2. Opportunities would not be in abundant in small cities.

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