Mechanical Engineering & Technology

Engineer Your Future at EWU

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At EWU, you won’t just study engineering—you’ll do it. Our ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering & Technology program sets you up for career success with project-based learning and direct faculty mentorship.

Instead of only sitting through lectures, you’ll learn in high-tech labs, including advanced CAD and materials testing facilities. Our faculty bring years of industry experience and will guide you as you build critical hands-on skills and solve real-world engineering challenges.

With a focus on problem-solving, collaboration, and creative thinking, you’ll graduate prepared for in-demand careers. EWU alumni work at top companies like Boeing, Paccar, and Avista Utilities, making an impact across industries from aerospace to energy to construction.

If you’re a transfer student in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology, contact Dr. Jason Durfee (jdurfee@ewu.edu) so he can assist you in transferring credits and setting up your academic plan.

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Why Study at the Region's Polytechnic?

Get a hands-on education, real-world experience, and personalized support from faculty so you can launch your career with confidence.


Academic Excellence

Academic Excellence

We are a 2024-25 Engineering College of Distinction.

Top-Rated Robotics Program

Top-Rated Robotics Program

Gain cutting-edge skills in automation and robotics.

Industry-Experienced Faculty

Industry-Experienced Faculty

Get real-world insights from experts who’ve worked in the field.

Where Mechatronics Happens

Where Mechatronics Happens

Learn at the intersection of mechanics, electronics, and computing.

Career Connections

Career Connections

Tap into a network of top regional employers like Boeing and Lamb Weston.


EWU Mechanical Engineering and Technology

"The supportive faculty, collaborative atmosphere, and exposure to cutting-edge technology makes EWU an excellent place to develop the skills needed to be a successful engineer." – Lauren McCauley
Job Placement for our Graduates

100%

Industrial robotics and automation program in the Northwest

#1

Students who graduate debt-free

50%

EWU Lab Spaces: Where Ideas Take Flight

The best engineering education blends classroom learning with hands-on experience. At EWU, you’ll get opportunities to work in various state-of-the-art facilities:

  • Wind tunnel
  • Robotics lab
  • Materials testing lab
  • Rapid prototyper
  • Integrated circuits lab
  • Power lab
  • Digital signal processing and communications lab

These aren’t just spaces filled with cool tech—they’re designed to connect theory with real-world applications. You’ll use these labs to build, test, and innovate, so by the time you graduate, you’ll have the skills to step confidently into your career.

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Careers in Mechanical Engineering & Technology

Earning a degree, minor, or certificate in engineering from EWU leads to many career opportunities.


Aerospace Engineering

Robots & Automation

Mechanical Engineering

Power Transmission