This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
Explore all careersA Robotics Engineer designs, tests, and refines robots to enhance production, solve problems, and meet client needs, ensuring system efficiency.
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In Australia, a full time Robotics Engineer generally earns $2,125 per week ($110,500 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry is expected to see a strong increase in employment numbers in coming years. There are currently 1,630 people employed in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Robotics Engineer. Robotics Engineers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic) (Honours) is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Robotics Engineer. This course will give you the skills to design robotic and automated equipment, develop new products, build prototypes and oversee manufacturing and installation.
A Robotics Engineer designs robots and robotic machines for a range of industries. You might create robotic equipment that increases production or can do work humans cannot. Robotics Engineers build test robots and systems and undertake simulations. Robotics Engineers make adjustments and fix any problem issues before overseeing development of complete products.
Robotics Engineers should have excellent analytical skills and strong technical abilities. It’s important you can understand client needs and liaise with a range of stakeholders. Robotics Engineers must have keen attention to detail and good problem solving abilities. You’ll need to communicate well and be able to work as part of a team.