What skills do mechatronics specialists need?

Mechatronic specialists have broad multidisciplinary skills, so they are able to move into more
traditional engineering disciplines.

A mechatronics specialist is a creative problem solver who can work on a team. Thinking
creatively is the first step; being able to communicate good ideas to coworkers involves tact.

Many mechatronic engineers use computer-aided design (CAD) and other engineering software
for modeling, simulating, and analyzing complex mechanical, electronic, or other engineering
systems.

What tasks do mechatronics specialists do?

There are many tasks mechatronic specialists perform, depending on their particular industry.
Some design, develop, maintain, and manage high-technology engineering systems for the
automation of industrial tasks. Others apply mechatronic/automated solutions to the transfer of
material components or finished goods, or design and assist with the manufacture of consumer
products such as cameras and video recorders. Still others carry out studies into the feasibility,
cost implications, and performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment. And others apply
electronic and mechanical processes and computers to tasks where the use of human labor may
be dangerous (for example, underwater exploration, mining, or forestry).