"Industrial and systems engineering is concerned with the design, improvement and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment and energy. It draws upon specialized knowledge and skill in the mathematical, physical, and social sciences together with the principles and methods of engineering analysis and design, to specify, predict, and evaluate the results to be obtained from such systems."
- Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)
The bachelor's program in Industrial Engineering at Lamar University is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. | Learn More →
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Industrial Engineering Careers
As an industrial engineer, most of your work will center around the ultimate goal of helping production or manufacturing processes to run more efficiently. To be an effective industrial engineer, you need to be comfortable in a leadership role and possess the ability to work with a team.
Helping Industry
Industrial Engineers solve problems for many different industries including:
- manufacturing
- supply chain management
- finance
- transportation
- healthcare
Improving Systems
Industrial Engineers use math and science to rethink and improve how systems work such as:
- scheduling airlines
- identifying quality problems
- automating manufacturing systems
Employers of industrial engineers include:
- Computer and electronic product manufacturing
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
- Transportation equipment manufacturing
- Machinery manufacturing
- Fabricated metal product manufacturing
The majority of undergraduate students have paid co-op and internships during their studies.
Our BS Industrial Engineering ranks #1 in the State of Texas based on Texas Crews data with first year starting salaries $73,690 based on most recent 2021 data.
Our Mission
The mission of the department of Industrial and systems Engineering is to provide students with high quality, accessible undergraduate and graduate industrial engineering education; to engage and empower students with skills and knowledge to thrive in professional careers; and to serve society through economic and technological development of Southeast Texas and beyond.
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409-880-7823
P.O. Box 10032
Beaumont, Texas 77710
Cherry Building, Room 2612