Robotics

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This program introduces the concepts and technology used in modern manufacturing environments, to include Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) programs that operate an in-class robot.

The program includes online modules as well as hands on activities using training equipment. The concepts and skills presented during the program are relevant to setup, programming, running and troubleshooting automated equipment and industrial robots.

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Overview of a Robotics Engineer

A robotics engineer helps to create robotic systems used to perform human and nonhuman duties. These individuals design, build, maintain, and repair robots while conducting research and developing new applications for existing robots.

These robots are created for various purposes from exploring planets to working in factories. You’ll work across industries from automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, defense, and medicine. Some robotics engineers work on-site at manufacturing plants while others might work off-site.

Skills and Competencies of a Robotics Engineer

Robotics engineers have to possess the following qualifications and skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Work-related experience
  • Knowledge in statistics & programming
  • Engineering basic knowledge 
  • Good decision-making skills
  • Math Skills 
  • Computer skills
  • Communication skills 
  • Total interest in how things work

Northeast Advanced Manufacturing Consortium offers free robotics training. Sign up for more information.

Robotics Wage Data*

Location Hourly Low (10%) Hourly QL (25%) Hourly Median (50%) Hourly QU (75%) Hourly High (90%)
Massachusetts $23.70 $27.03 $32.80 $38.19 $45.78
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $24.05 $27.04 $33.43 $38.46 $46.35
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA $23.15 $23.70 $32.77 $40.77 $41.39
Springfield, MA $22.90 $29.11 $35.48 $40.84 $43.01
Worcester, MA $24.09 $25.22 $28.68 $36.30 $44.28

ONET Online Wage Data* www.onetonline.org and www.bls.gov/oes

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