Department of Mechanical Engineering
Kettering University's Mechanical Engineering program, backed by over a century of innovation, prepares students to excel in industries demanding precision and expertise. Partnering with leaders like General Motors, Bosch, and Raytheon Technologies, students gain hands-on experience through real-world problem-solving.
Our renowned Co-op program connects students with impactful projects that shape industries. An ME degree from Kettering is more than an education—it’s a launchpad for innovation, empowering students to master complex challenges and lead technological advancements.
As a mechanical engineering student, you’ll collaborate with faculty, lead student organizations, and compete in high-level robotics and automotive competitions. Plus, through our renowned Co-op program, undergraduate students gain paid, real-world experience with top employers nationally and worldwide. In Kettering’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, you’re equipped to tackle the toughest challenges.
Our Degree Programs
See how the Department of Mechanical Engineering offers you something no other school can: The chance to see just how far your potential can take you.
Bachelor’s/s Master’s Degree Pathway
For the ambitious and driven, our combined bachelor’s and master’s program puts you on the fast track to leadership and advanced career opportunities.
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Create, test, and build cars and machines that are smarter, faster, and more efficient with our rigorous and research-focused program.
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Advance your expertise with a master’s degree program that increases your technical knowledge and prepares you to lead in the ever-evolving field of mechanical engineering.
Competition Teams for Mechanical Engineering Students
For tinkerers and problem-solvers eager to lead, these competitive opportunities help you hone technical skills and sharpen your critical thinking abilities.
Formula SAE
Design and race a formula car in international competitions, gaining real-world engineering experience that leads the future of automotive and racing industries.
VEX U
Join our award-winning KUdos team, where you can experiment with computer-aided design, make custom parts with a 3D printer, and write code that overcomes any obstacle.
More Competition Teams
From SAE race teams to SWE’s commitment to empowering future engineers, Kettering offers opportunities to lead, innovate, and connect. Build robots, program autonomous vehicles, and shape the future of engineering through teams that match your passion.
Faculty Who Mentor, Not Just Teach
“If you only go to class, you’re only half an engineer. Kettering graduates leaders who are ready to hit the ground running.“
Mechanical Engineering Clubs
Join extracurricular groups to turn your passions into expertise. Grow a powerful network, level up your skills, and turn your interests into strengths that fuel your future success.
Kettering Aerospace and Rocketry Organization (KARO)
Focus your mechanical engineering expertise on building rockets and entering them in competitions that will launch your career to new heights.
The Green Engineering Organization
Champion environmental awareness and implement eco-friendly practices across our campus and community, positioning you as a leader in the green energy movement.
More Ways to Get Involved
Explore even more organizations tailored to Kettering students, where you can further perfect your unique interests and expertise.
Why Choose Kettering’s Department of Mechanical Engineering?
Our state-of-the-art labs and industry-leading Co-op program equip you with the hands-on experience that puts you on an accelerated path to success from day one.
Perform analytical and experimental research beginning your first week at Kettering. Use our advanced equipment to invent new solutions, build market-ready products, and even file patents.
Explore our mechanical engineering labs:
- Advanced Engine Research Lab
- Crash Safety Center
- Denso Controls Lab
- Energy Systems Lab
- Fuel Cells Lab
- Hougen Design Studio
- Mobile Systems and Vehicle Controls Lab
- Noise, Vibration, and Harshness and Experimental Mechanics Laboratory
- SAE Design Center
- Signal Analysis Lab
Apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings and earn paid professional experience with our unique Co-op program. Spend 50% of your time at Kettering and 50% working alongside engineering teams in roles like R&D, quality control, product design, and systems optimization. Tackle real projects at industry leaders like Bosch, General Motors, and Raytheon Technologies, and graduate years ahead of your peers in career readiness. Put your knowledge to work where innovation happens.
Next Steps
Get a head start in cutting-edge technology transforming cars, robots, and more with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Kettering University.