Robotics Engineer career guide
Robotics engineers develop intelligent robotic systems used in manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, defence and scientific research.
Career guide reviewed by Certyz · October 2026
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What does a Robotics Engineer do?
Robotics engineers develop intelligent robotic systems used in manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, defence and scientific research.
- Research laboratories
- Engineering offices
- Manufacturing facilities
- Innovation centres
- Robotics companies
- Automotive manufacturers
- Research organisations
- Technology companies
- Healthcare technology firms
How to become a Robotics Engineer
Robotics engineering generally requires advanced engineering knowledge gained through university or a degree apprenticeship.
Degree or Degree Apprenticeship in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering or Electronic Engineering
- University
- Degree apprenticeship
Skills and progression for Robotics Engineer
- Programming
- Electronics
- Mechanical design
- Artificial intelligence
- Problem solving
- Senior Robotics Engineer
- AI Robotics Engineer
- Research Engineer
- Engineering Manager
- Technical Director
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