Industrial and Systems Engineering, B.S.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Industrial and Systems Engineering, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.
Manufacturing
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Automation Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Process Manufacturing Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Associate Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Product Quality Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Operations Industrial Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Production Shift Manager | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000 |
| Senior Telecom Analyst | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
| Senior Program Manager | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000 |
| Engineering and Program Management Leader | $ 130,000 - $ 139,000 |
| Principal Manufacturing Engineer | $ 150,000 + |
Defense
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Systems Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Industrial Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Product Quality Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Process Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Operations Engineering Section Manager | $ 140,000 - $ 149,000 |
| Supplier Performance Manager | $ 110,000 - $ 119,000 |
| Associate Director of Manufacturing | $ 110,000 - $ 119,000 |
| Senior Systems Support Engineer | $ 130,000 - $ 139,000 |
| Director and General Manager | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
Supply Chain and Logistics
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Engineer I | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Project Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Project Engineer II | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Business Process Optimization Analyst | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Engineering Project Manager | $ 150,000 + |
| Associate Director of Strategic Projects | $ 150,000 + |
| Chief Operating Officer | $ 150,000 + |
| Executive Vice President of Operations | $ 150,000 + |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Industrial and Systems Engineering, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
University of Connecticut | University of Rhode Island | University of Pennsylvania-The Wharton School | Columbia Pacific University | University of Hartford | Bryant University | Georgia Institute of Technology | Northeastern University | Rochester Institute of Technology | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
General Dynamics Electric Boat | Lockheed Martin | Naval Undersea Warfare Center | USPS | Ximedica | Nestle | Millstone Medical Outsourcing | KVH Industries | Greystone | Brown Medicine | Kiewit | SynQor | The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company | Pepsi Co. | BAE Systems | Proctor and Gamble | Stanley Black and Decker | Amazon.com | RTX | MITRE Corporation
What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?
Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.
Career Readiness for All Majors:
- Critical thinking
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Digital technology
- Professionalism
- Career and self development
- Equity and inclusion
Industrial and Systems Engineering, B.S. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Research
- Management
- Lean Manufacturing
- Operations
- SolidWorks (CAD)
Contact
Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)
