What do they do?
Name 2 things a Robotics Engineer does every day.
Designing robots on a computer and building/testing parts in a lab.
Do you need a college degree for this job?
Yes, usually a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
About how much does a new Robotics Engineer make starting out?
Around $85,000 a year.
What is "Spot" from Boston Dynamics?
A famous yellow robot dog that can walk over difficult terrain.
What is "Teamwork" in robotics?
Working with other engineers because one person can't build a whole robot alone.
What kind of personality is best for this job?
Someone who likes solving puzzles, is patient, and enjoys working with their hands
Name one college in Georgia where you can study this.
Georgia Tech or Kennesaw State University (KSU).
Can an experienced Robotics Engineer make over $100,000?
Yes, many make between $110,000 and $125,000.
What is a "Humanoid" robot?
A robot designed to look and move like a human (like Sophia the Robot).
How does being on time to class help you get a job later?
It builds "Reliability," which is part of the Wildcat 4 and a top trait employers look for.
What is "CAD" software used for in robotics?
Creating 3D models of the robot on a computer before building it.
Name a famous school outside of Georgia for robotics.
MIT or Carnegie Mellon.
Name a company in or near Atlanta that hires engineers.
Amazon (for their warehouses), Tesla, or Georgia Tech Research.
Name a place robots go where it's too dangerous for humans.
Outer space (Mars Rovers), deep underwater, or inside nuclear power plants.
Give an example of "Critical Thinking" on the job.
Figuring out why a robot keeps crashing into a wall and changing the code to fix it.
True or False: Robotics Engineers only work with the metal parts of the robot.
Answer: False. They also work with the "brains" (coding) and the "nerves" (electronics).
What is one "license" an engineer can get to prove they are an expert?
A Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Will there be more or fewer robotics jobs in 10 years?
More! The field is growing as more companies use automation.
Which one of these traits have humans been able to give to robots?
empathy
skin
creativity
high-dexterity
intuition
consciousness
Human Skin
What does "Professionalism" look like in a lab?
Following safety rules, being respectful to teammates, and staying focused on the task.
Give an example of a problem a Robotics Engineer might have to fix.
A robot's body part (arm, leg, etc.) moving too far, a sensor not seeing an obstacle, or the battery dying too fast.
What is a high school club that helps you prepare for this career?
Robotics Club
Name one requirement you might see on a job post for this career.
Knowing how to code in "Python" or "C++."
How is a Robotics Engineer different from a regular Mechanic?
A mechanic fixes existing machines; an engineer invents and programs new ones.
Why is "Communication" important for an engineer?
Because they have to explain their complex designs to customers or bosses who aren't engineers.