Those wishing to enter the field of mechatronics should obtain as much experience as possible in high school and college by participating in internships, co-ops, or volunteer or part-time positions at engineering firms or other employers that develop or use electromechanical systems.
To be a successful mechatronics engineer, you should have strong communication and interpersonal skills; have the ability to think analytically to solve problems and work with abstract ideas; be attentive to detail; and be willing to continue to learn throughout your career. Other important traits include good project management skills, creativity and imagination, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a group.
Mechatronics engineers also must be skilled (or willing to learn) engineering and scientific software such as MATLAB, Simulink, COMSOL, Ansys, C, C++, LabVIEW, CANalyzer, and CANape.
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