To work as a robotics engineer, you typically need to:

• have a high school diploma or equivalent;
• have at least a bachelor's degree in engineering; and
• have a license.

Education after high school

Most students prepare for this field by earning a bachelor's degree in engineering. There are very few robotics engineering bachelor's programs. However, the field of robotics is growing and preparation can also be gained through computer science, electronic engineering, and physics degree programs. Many four-year colleges and universities offer these programs of study. You may need between four and five years to complete this program.

Many workers in this occupation have some kind of advanced degree. Master's and PhD programs in engineering, artificial intelligence, and computer science are all good preparation for this field. With advanced degrees, robotics engineers can work in labs as lead engineers on projects. They can also teach at universities.

Work experience

Consider participating in an internship with an engineering firm while you are in college. An internship offers you a chance to apply what you have learned in the classroom to a work situation. It also allows you to build skills and make contacts with people in the field.

On-the-job training

Because this job is very specialized and involves several disciplines, on-the-job training may vary by employer and project.