Master of Engineering in Electric Vehicles

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Why Earn a Master’s in Electric Vehicles at Kettering University

Transform your engineering career in the heart of America's automotive industry. Kettering's Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Electric Vehicles program combines cutting-edge STEM education with over a century of engineering excellence.

Designed for engineering professionals in the mobility industry, this program equips you to use new skills directly in your workplace while earning your degree in just two years. Led by faculty who are both researchers and practitioners, you’ll learn the latest in EV technology, gaining hands-on experience in 12 advanced labs—including the GM Mobility Research Center. With Kettering’s unique industry connections and resources, you’ll master the skills needed to lead and thrive in electric vehicle engineering.

What You'll Learn in the Electrical Vehicles Master's Degree Program

You’ll build specialized expertise through a 30-credit curriculum shaped by industry needs. With a focus on technical mastery and management insight, the program prepares you to lead in EV innovation.

From motor design to battery technology and vector control of AC electric machines, you’ll dive into project-based learning that brings concepts to life, including motor design, battery technology, and vector control of AC electric machines.

Important courses include:

Automotive Control Systems
Digital Signal Processing Techniques for Automotive Engineering
Energy Storage Systems with EV Applications
Introduction to Electrified Vehicle Propulsion
Introduction to Vector Control of AC Electric Machines
Technology Management

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Additional Information About the M.Eng. in Electric Vehicles

The Center for Automotive Research (CAR) reports investments in electric vehicle (EV) assembly plants, lithium-ion battery manufacturing, and related research and development across the United States.

A Master of Engineering in Electric Vehicles positions you to meet this demand, preparing you for high-tech and leadership roles in the evolving automotive industry. This program equips you to design, develop, and test technologies for various electric vehicles, including agricultural equipment, aircraft, bicycles, construction vehicles, military vehicles, motorcycles, and off-road vehicles.

Graduates of electric vehicle engineering programs at the graduate level are well-suited for positions such as:

Lead Electric Engineer, Vehicle Development
Senior Electric Vehicle Customer Integration Engineer
Senior Energy Engineer
Senior Vehicle Requirements Development Engineer
Software Engineer for Electric Vehicles

Kettering’s top-notch research labs provide hands-on experience with the latest electric vehicle technologies. Collaborate with expert faculty and work on real-world vehicles, ensuring you gain practical, industry-relevant skills you can apply at your job right away. They include:

Many employers provide financial assistance for graduate study. If you are interested in this Master of Engineering in Electric Vehicles program, please contact the appropriate office at your place of employment. Depending on your company’s policy, Kettering University may be able to bill the employer directly for tuition. Learn more about employer assistance.