What can I do with a Mechanical Engineering degree?

As a Mechanical Engineering graduate, you will have developed the skills to design, build, test and maintain precision machines. This knowledge is desired in many industries.

With a national engineering skills shortage, there are more job opportunities than suitable applicants. If you achieve your Mechanical Engineering degree, your career prospects will be endless.

What professions are open to Mechanical Engineering graduates?

A Mechanical Engineering degree can give you a challenging and well-paid career. Below are a few options that might spark your interest:

• Aerospace Engineering
• CAD Technician
• Civil Engineering
• Design Engineering
• Hydromechanics and Thermal Engineering
• Naval Analysis
• Supply Chain Operations
• Technical Sales Manager

In any of these roles, the engineering mindset is applied to maintaining and improving existing machines. This includes diagnosing and resolving issues, assessing where improvements could be made and upgrading. Fresh thinking, new materials and technological advance also provide opportunities for the development and installation of new machines and processes.

Which companies are looking for Mechanical Engineering graduates?

The oil, gas, nuclear and renewable energy industry depends on mechanical engineering skills. In a world with finite resources, your contribution to research, processing and efficient distribution could impact on energy efficiency and carbon-neutral power supplies.

Preparing you for the future

The advantage of studying a Mechanical Engineering degree at the University of Bolton is our strong industry connections. Our students work on real industry projects and have the opportunity to gain further experience during work placements.

Our approach ensures learning is current. We will provide you with the necessary foundations on which to build an impressive career. As Mechanical Engineering graduate’s skills are in demand, the future is in your hands.