Advance your career in mechanical engineering with PSU's graduate programs in the Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science, which offer industry-aligned coursework and cutting-edge research opportunities. Our master’s and Ph.D. programs blend fundamental engineering principles with practical applications, preparing you for leadership roles in innovation, product design, and applied research.
From our vibrant urban campus in Portland’s tech corridor, you’ll build strong connections with leading companies in the Portland metro area. You’ll gain hands-on engineering experience through partnerships and internships that help you understand industry needs and program applications.
You’ll collaborate with internationally recognized mechanical engineering faculty on cutting-edge research projects. In PSU’s state-of-the-art research labs, you can pursue research opportunities in design and manufacturing, materials science and thermal and fluid sciences. You can also explore unique research areas like zero-gravity experiments and nano-materials for biomedical applications.
Our flexible graduate program allows you to pursue an advanced degree on your own timeline. You can start the program in fall, winter or spring term and take many of our classes in either a hybrid or online format.
Careers in mechanical engineering span various industries. Graduates of our programs are well-equipped for diverse roles in fields that include:
- Additive manufacturing and 3D printing
- Aerospace
- Automotive engineering
- Biomedical engineering and healthcare technologies
- Construction
- Defense
- Electronics
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
- Industrial
- Materials science and metallurgy
- Mechanical design
- Patent law and intellectual property
- Railway
- Renewable energy, sustainability and green building
- Research and development
- Robotics and control systems
Top Employers of Mechanical Engineering Graduates
Our graduates work with industry leaders to drive innovation in mechanical engineering across various sectors. Our graduates are well-equipped to enter the workforce and work for top engineering employers, including:
- Autodesk
- Blount
- Blue Origin
- Boeing
- Daimler Trucks North America
- Galois
- Hewlett-Packard
- Hyster-Yale
- Intel
- Jacobs Engineering Group
- PAE Consulting Engineers
- PCC Structurals
- Portland General Electric
- Precision Castparts
- Tektronix
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Warn Industries
- Xerox
- 3D Systems
Ready to Advance Your Career?
At PSU, you'll gain real-world experience and theoretical knowledge to drive innovation in the field. Join us to develop the skills and knowledge needed to shape the future of engineering and advanced technology. Apply to Portland State University today or connect with our admissions team to learn more.