Areas

  • Robotics
  • Aerospace
  • Automation Industry
  • Medical and assistive technology
  • Mining or defense
  • Material handling
  • Human-machine interaction
  • Manufacturing
  • Unmanned aerial and ground vehicles
  • Education
  • Can involve with research in emerging fields like bioengineering, nanotechnology and robotics.
Employers

  • Industry
  • High tech companies
  • Large global enterprises
  • Processing plants
  • Laboratories
Strategies

  • Pursue a strong background of engineering fundamentals as preparation for entering the work force or graduate school.
  • Develop the ability to communicate effectively, as mechatronics engineers are likely to collaborate with professionals in a variety of disciplines.
  • Seek experience organizing and directing people and materials through related internships, co-ops, summer jobs and leadership experiences in student organizations.