Embedded Systems Engineers

Talk to embedded systems engineers about their careers. Ask the following questions:

• What classes did you take in high school and college to prepare for this career?
• Do I need to earn a degree in embedded systems engineering, or will a degree in electrical engineering, physics, or another field suffice?
• What are some of the pros and cons of your job?
• What are the most important personal and professional qualities for people in your career?
• What’s the best way to break into the field?

Joining the Technology Student Association will provide you with an opportunity to explore career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, as well as to compete in academic competitions. Visit https://www.tsaweb.org for more information.

Learn C and C++—languages that are the basis of embedded systems programming. Many free Web sites provide an introduction to these languages (including https://www.udemy.com/course/free-learn-c-tutorial-beginners). Learn how to build microcontrollers, which are used in embedded applications. One useful site that will provide step-by-step instructions is https://www.build-electronic-circuits.com/microcontroller-tutorial-part1.

Finally, check out the following resources to learn more about the field:

• International Journal of Embedded Systems: https://www.inderscience.com/jhome.php?jcode=ijes
• Embedded: https://www.embedded.com
• International Journal of Embedded Systems and Applications: https://airccse.org/journal/ijesa/Home.html
• IEEE Embedded Systems Letters: https://ieee-ceda.org/publication/esl
• IEEE Spectrum-Embedded Systems: https://spectrum.ieee.org/topic/computing