Degree Overview

  • Delivery Format: on-campus
  • Required Credits: 128

Program Details

  • Our graduates will possess the strengths to obtain and advance in positions that require analysis, applied design, development, implementation or oversight of mechanical systems and processes. 
  • Our graduates will have the knowledge, problem-solving ability and hands-on skills to be successful in careers in the design, installation, manufacturing, testing, evaluation, technical sales or maintenance of mechanical systems.
  • Our graduates will have the foundation to take advantage of opportunities for lifelong learning and professional development.

What You Will Learn:

  • An ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mechanical engineering technology.
  • An ability to select and apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to solve engineering technology problems.
  • An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments; and to apply experimental results to improve processes.
  • An ability to design systems, components or processes for broadly defined engineering technology problems.
  • An ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.
  • An ability to identify, analyze and solve broadly defined engineering technology problems.
  • An ability to apply written, oral and graphical communication in both technical and nontechnical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  • An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
  • An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities including a respect for diversity.
  • A knowledge of the impact of engineering technology solutions in a societal and global context.
  • A commitment to quality, timeliness and continuous improvement.

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Mechanical Engineering Technology Salaries

$55,000

Starting Salary, NJIT Average

$63,000

Mid-Career Salary, National Average

Overall employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026.

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Career Prospects

Where do Mechanical Engineering Technology majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Product Engineer
  • Equipment Breakdown Risk Engineer
  • Project Support Temp
  • Engineering Technician
  • Facilities Mechanical Engineer
Top Employers
  • Sordoni Construction Co.
  • Coining Manufacturing LLC
  • Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
  • Tricarico Architecture and Design PC
  • Schindler Group
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