There's also a middle ground. I studied ME but do a lot of SW development for controls systems (motors, sensors, etc.) and machine vision systems. You can acqui

There's also a middle ground. I studied ME but do a lot of SW development for controls systems (motors, sensors, etc.) and machine vision systems. You can acquire some knowledge of EE and ME coming from the SW side without getting a full-blown degree. I also like to spend time in our in-house machine shop, it really helps becoming a better designer if you have to fab your own stuff.