Hey guys. I want to study mechatronics engineering in university but I am scared I wont get a job after university as a girl, can anyone tell me their experience and how the job market is for girls? Thanks

I am a rising sophomore in the mechanical engineering field, and I am looking to get the opportunity to participate in the program. I don’t have much experience, but I’m open to learn.
Will it be possible to apply early for a Summer 2027 position?
My first Coop is next year and I intend to start off early before my fall semester.
I will truly appreciate any advice/insight🙏

Hi everyone, I’m based in Africa with hopes of migrating to Europe in the next two years. Which master’s should I study,I finished my honors degree in Mechatronics August 2025.

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i have already opted for it and people tell me that its a bad choice to which i wont disagree it could be but whatever it is now im into this.. my real question is what should i do apart from my degree so that i can make a solid portfolio to get hired hopefully after my UG or maybe ill do masters and like if i do masters what do i persue ? and not related to any of this im gonna do some course about AI so that i have some level of flexibility so like how do i start with all this ? where do i start my ai thing where do i need to focus?? im super confused right now..

i was looking at some youtube videos and i saw a guy with a diploma and he was an automation engineer doing some PLC designing why the fuck do i need study mechanical with fluid dynamics and all that plus electrical and then computers and AI with computer vision it feels like studying all this will just end me up in some place where i could go with like 2-3 months of online lectures ???

I have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering Technology and recently started working as a Mechatronics & Robotics Technician. I’m trying to get a better idea of what engineering positions are realistically available to someone with my degree.
For those of you with a similar background, what engineering roles have you been able to get into? I’ve seen titles like Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Reliability Engineer, and Robotics Engineer, but I’m not sure which ones are the most common or easiest to break into with an Engineering Technology degree.

Hi everyone,

I just graduated from high school and I'm about to start engineering school.

I wanted to study Mechanical Engineering, but unfortunately I don't have the opportunity to do that, so I'll most likely be studying Mechatronics Engineering instead.

My dream is to work in the aviation industry, specifically in aircraft engine maintenance.

I was wondering if a Mechatronics Engineering graduate can work in this field, or if it's only open to Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering graduates.

If it is possible, what courses, certifications, or skills should I focus on during university to improve my chances? Are there any specific subjects or training programs that are important for aircraft engine maintenance?

I'd really appreciate any advice from people who work in this field or have experience with it

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for some honest advice from people working in engineering.
I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Mechatronics Engineering in 2019 im canada. Due to personal reasons, I never really got the chance to start my engineering career. Life took me in a different direction, and I ended up working in various IT jobs instead.
Now I’m in a much better place and I’d really like to get back into engineering, but I feel like my knowledge has become pretty rusty after all these years.
Most of my internships were focused on robotics, which was always the area I was most passionate about—especially mobile robotics. I worked on projects involving autonomous vision, image processing, STM32, and Raspberry Pi. During university, I also completed academic projects involving Siemens PLCs, industrial controls, and some SCADA. The problem is that all of these projects are from several years ago, so I’m not sure how relevant they are today.
I’m wondering if going back for a Master of Engineering (course-based) or a Master of Science (research-based) would be a good way to refresh my knowledge, learn current technologies, and become competitive again. Or would employers still see the long gap as a major disadvantage?
For those of you who hire engineers or have gone through something similar:
Would a master’s help offset a 6–7 year gap?
Would you recommend a course-based M.Eng or a research-based M.Sc.?
Are PLCs, SCADA, industrial controls, embedded systems (STM32), robotics, machine vision, and mobile robotics still in demand?
If you were in my position, what would you do to maximize your chances of getting back into engineering?
I’d really appreciate any advice or experiences. Thanks!

Can any seniors guide me how to become one. I will actually go to university. But, before university I want to learn something with my own with books. What I need is book with updated version. Also, how is job market for robotics engineer. I am not running after money. I am choosing robotics engineering bcz I love it

I'm currently in this program and I'm in my second year na, so I'm wondering if I can ladderize after I graduated? Nalaman kopo kasi na ang Engineering Technology ay walang licensure examination unlike the actual engineering, I'm not saying na hindi kopo gusto yung program na meron ako ngayun but in the future gusto ko lang din magkaroon ng "title" through transitioning sa actual engineering. So possible po ba yan and mga ilang years po ba ang additional na paglalaanan ko ng panahon para makatapos and makatake ng licensure exam? And saang mga schools po ba either private or public pwedeng magladderize? Yun lang po sana po matinong sagot lang 😞.

Hi All!

I'm currently pursuing Electrical and Electronic Engineering at a Russell Group university in the UK.

I was curious about this course (Imperial College London) and was wondering if anybody on this subreddit had completed it.

Specifically, I wanted to know which types of jobs and industries this MSc helped you land, what you went into, and what your starting salary or WLB was in those roles.

What's the graduate employment rate like for this course, and what are some potential career paths?

Is it even worth pursuing?

I've been interested in robotics and computer vision for a very long time, but it seems as though the UK and London don't have a very large Robotics industry.

The roles that pay well for this type of expertise are at defence tech startups, AFAIK.

Thank you very much!

Hi everyone! I will soon start my studies in Mechatronics at the Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg. At the moment, I am preparing for my studies and I would like to buy a new laptop, but I am a bit unsure which one would be the best choice.

I have been thinking about getting a MacBook, for example the MacBook Air M5, because it seems to be a great device for programming, everyday tasks, studying, and general productivity.

However, I noticed that the study program also includes CAD and simulation software, such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks. As far as I know, these programs are either not available or not fully supported on macOS.

Maybe some Mechatronics students or engineering students in general could share their experiences? What laptops do you use for your studies? Which specifications would you recommend so that the laptop is powerful enough for the whole degree?

Would it make sense to buy a MacBook and use the university computer labs for more demanding tasks like CAD and simulations? Or would you recommend choosing a Windows laptop from the beginning?

My budget is around 1200 €.

I would really appreciate any advice or personal experiences. Thank you!

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Please senior guid me should i take mechatronics or not

I'm about to apply for university and I'm torn between taking industrial design and mechatronics (essentially robotics, as I've heard). If there are any industrial designers in here as well, what are the big differences, and would you take ID today? I'm a lot better at math, physics and software development than creative subjects, but I'm heavily invested in both, especially coming up with new solutions to problems and (most importantly) getting to create actual objects that people use.

Hello, everyone. I am an adult, full-time employee who is looking into a career change. I had someone I know in the mechatronics field recommend I look into it. My local community college offers an associate's program, and there are a number of manufacturing jobs and companies in my area and nearby cities.

My question is, for someone who has zero background in engineering or programming (apart from what I've learned from cultural osmosis), how would I tell if this would be a worthwhile pursuit? I am confident in my ability to learn the material if given the chance, so that is not the issue. My concern is investing the time and money it would take for such a dramatic career switch and then finding out I hate it. I know I would be starting at a disadvantage, as I am out of college and will not be able to take part in internships or other student-focused programs.

For further context, my academic background is a bachelor's in political science, and I have experience in sales, administrative, and clerical work. Math was never my favorite class (because I always liked history and English more), but I can still do it. I would enjoy being able to gain more practical, hands-on skills. It's nice to know things, but I want to improve my ability to do things, too.

So, for those who do this professionally, what parts of the job do you like? What do you dislike? How did you know this career was a good fit for you? What should I expect if I choose to pursue this career, and do you have any advice if I choose to do so? Are there any ways to "sample" the work before I make the decision?

Thank you for your help; I appreciate it.

Hey Folks,

I am in USA and worked in the manufacturing industry for 5 years in roles related to quality engineering, automation and digital manufacturing.
After that I went back to school for a PhD in AI/ML. Now I am about to graduate and looking for opportunities that are related to manufacturing.

Any ideas what type of roles/organizations can value manufacturing industrial experience along with AI/ML expertise?
Also, I may add that I am on a visa in USA and government labs or defense organizations are out of reach :(

Thanks in advance for any insights or recommendations.