Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering is a very broad discipline incorporating the research, design, development, manufacturing and testing of mechanical devices.
Degrees Programs
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- Master of Engineering (non-thesis)
- Master of Engineering Science (thesis)
- Doctor of Engineering
- 4+1 Pathways to Graduate School
Areas mechanical engineers work in:
- Machine Design
- Systems Design
- Energy Resources
- Aerospace
- Oil/Gas
- Manufacturing and Production
- Transportation and Environmental Impact
- Materials and Structures
- Energy Conversion
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems
Recent News
Mechanical Engineering rides off with grand prize at 2023 Senior Design Symposium. Read More (4/28/2023)
The Mechanical Engineering Department held its Spring Advisory Council meeting on April 14. The council was updated on changes in the department and path forward. Read more (4/30/2023)
LU partners with Flowserve Corporation, a leading provider of flow control products and services for the global infrastructure markets, to open state-of-the-art learning center on campus. Read more (07/2022)
Based on the Department of Education college scorecard, the median starting salary of Mechanical Engineering graduates was $89,656, which Ranks #1 on campus. Read more (06/2022)
LU Mechanical Engineering Experience
Take the first step!
The first step toward your future in Mechanical Engineering begins right now with a connection to Karli Padia, our Director of Outreach and Student Services, who can help you learn more about the great programs in the College of Engineering, arrange a campus visit, talk to a current student, explore scholarship possibilities and more. Email karli.padia@lamar.edu or call 409-880-8714.