The new economy has been a challenge for many traditional jobs in the manufacturing sector. Are you looking for a career field that has longevity? When it comes to smart machines working together with people to create the next generation of industry, the future is now. The professionals who work with these machines are known as mechatronics engineering technologists, and they are transforming the way that we live, work, and play. You may have many questions about this exciting career field and how it is changing the game in manufacturing. Let’s take a look at the technology behind mechatronics and career opportunities.   

Mechatronics is an interdisciplinary field that combines elements of engineering, machining, information technology, robotics and electronics. It synergizes these diverse fields for the purpose of designing and field-testing new and more efficient machine solutions to keep production lines and manufacturing floors working....