Mechanical engineers create products, machines, and technological systems for the benefit of society. Building on a foundation of physical science, mathematics, and an understanding of societal needs and responsibilities, they develop solutions across various fields, from energy to medical devices, manufacturing to transportation, and consumer products to environmental compatibility.

The undergraduate program in Mechanical Engineering at Stanford exposes each student to theoretical and practical experiences that form a foundation from which to develop solutions and provides an environment that allows for the accumulation of knowledge and self-discovery to extend the domain within which solutions can be formulated.

Graduates of the program have many professional options and opportunities, from entry-level work as mechanical engineers to graduate studies in an engineering discipline or other fields where a broad engineering background is useful. Regardless of the ultimate career choice, graduates leave the program with a solid grounding in mechanical engineering principles and practice, equipped to embark upon a lifetime of learning while employing new concepts, technologies, and methodologies.