I’m looking to study mechatronics or robotics engineering for my bachelors, and want to build a portfolio through part-time projects or freelance gigs. I’m trying to figure out which specific niches are actually viable for solo/remote freelance work or small-scale projects.

For those of you in the industry or currently freelancing, what areas would you recommend focusing on? I’ve been looking into:

PCB Design & Prototyping
Mechanical Design Using CAD (SolidWorks/Fusion 360)

I want to sharpen my skills while making some extra income, eventually aiming for a more formal career in robotics/mechatronics (possibly through either vocational training or a degree).

What are some must-have resources (i.e Books, YouTubers, and Software) for entry-level complexity projects so I can learn?

Your advice means the world to me! Appreciate any and all input!

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u/DownStroll — 1 month ago

Best pathway for part-time projects and freelancing in Mechatronics/Robotics as a beginner?

I’m looking to study mechatronics or robotics engineering for my bachelors, and want to build a portfolio through part-time projects or freelance gigs. I’m trying to figure out which specific niches are actually viable for solo/remote freelance work or small-scale projects.

For those of you in the industry or currently freelancing, what areas would you recommend focusing on? I’ve been looking into:

PCB Design & Prototyping
Mechanical Design Using CAD (SolidWorks/Fusion 360)

I want to sharpen my skills while making some extra income, eventually aiming for a more formal career in robotics/mechatronics (possibly through either vocational training or a degree).

What are some must-have resources (i.e Books, YouTubers, and Software) for entry-level complexity projects so I can learn?

Your advice means the world to me! Appreciate any and all input!

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u/DownStroll — 1 month ago

I’m looking to study mechatronics or robotics engineering for my bachelors, and want to build a portfolio through part-time projects or freelance gigs. I’m trying to figure out which specific niches are actually viable for solo/remote freelance work or small-scale projects.

For those of you in the industry or currently freelancing, what areas would you recommend focusing on? I’ve been looking into:

PCB Design & Prototyping
Mechanical Design Using CAD (SolidWorks/Fusion 360)

I want to sharpen my skills while making some extra income, eventually aiming for a more formal career in robotics/mechatronics (possibly through either vocational training or a degree).

What are some must-have resources (i.e Books, YouTubers, and Software) for entry-level complexity projects so I can learn?

Your advice means the world to me! Appreciate any and all input!

reddit.com
u/DownStroll — 1 month ago

I’m looking to study mechatronics or robotics engineering for my bachelors, and want to build a portfolio through part-time projects or freelance gigs. I’m trying to figure out which specific niches are actually viable for solo/remote freelance work or small-scale projects.

For those of you in the industry or currently freelancing, what areas would you recommend focusing on? I’ve been looking into:

PCB Design & Prototyping
Mechanical Design Using CAD (SolidWorks/Fusion 360)

I want to sharpen my skills while making some extra income, eventually aiming for a more formal career in robotics/mechatronics (possibly through either vocational training or a degree).

What are some must-have resources (i.e Books, YouTubers, and Software) for entry-level complexity projects so I can learn?

Your advice means the world to me! Appreciate any and all input!

reddit.com
u/DownStroll — 1 month ago