Mechanical 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 Mechanical Engineering, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.
Defense
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Systems Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Engineer I | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Design Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Field Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Engineering Manager | $ 110,000 - $ 119,000 |
| Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer | $ 150,000 + |
| Systems Engineer II | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Senior Engineer | $ 130,000 - $ 139,000 |
| Integration Manager | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
Aerospace
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Design Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Solutions Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Aeronautical Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Repair Development Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Repair and Development Engineer | $ 130,000 - $ 139,000 |
| Production Integration Manager | $ 110,000 - $ 119,000 |
| Staff Systems Architect | $ 150,000 + |
| Senior Mechanical Engineer | $ 150,000 + |
| Structural Dynamics Engineer II | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
Manufacturing
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Operations Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Quality Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Automation Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Solution Architect | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Systems Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Engineer | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Lead Mechanical Design Engineer | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Director of Engineering | $ 150,000 + |
| Product Manager | $ 150,000 + |
| Director of Manufacotruing Engineering | $ 130,000 - $ 139,000 |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Mechanical Engineering, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
Stanford University | MIT | University of Rhode Island | William Patterson University of New Jersey | ETH Zurich | Worcester Polytechnic Institute | University of Massachusetts Dartmouth | Stevens Institute of Technology | Northeastern University | Colorado School of Mines
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
Ball Aerospace | BLW Engineers | General Dynamics Electric Boat | FUJIFILM | BMW North America | Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence | Hewlett Packard Enterprise | Lockheed Martin | MTU Aero Engines North America | Mass General Brigham | National Grid | Naval Undersea Warfare Center | Michelin Manufacturing | Portsmouth Naval Shipyard | Pratt and Whitney | Saint-Gobain | Siemens | Taco Comfort Solutions | RISE Engineering | Toray Plastics
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
Mechanical Engineering, B.S. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- SolidWorks
- Manufacturing
- Automation
- RandD
- Materials
Contact
Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)
