Applications for Winter and Fall semesters open in July

MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN

Manufacturing

Available Online or On Campus

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Become a leader in Smart Manufacturing.

Manufacturing needs and technology are constantly changing. To thrive in this industry, professionals need to understand automation, supply chain management, sustainable manufacturing, and more. Students in this program gain skills that prepare them to be innovators in the complex world of manufacturing. In addition to the Master of Engineering degree, there is also a Doctor of Engineering in Manufacturing. 

Flexible Learning for Working Professionals

30

Total Credits

1-5 yrs

Part-Time or Full-Time

Mode

Online or On Campus

Start

Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer Semesters

I chose this program because of the choice of a capstone project, the overall program duration, world-class faculty, and the institution’s reputation. You can work on an industry-sponsored project, university research, or even pitch your own idea. That was really intriguing to me.
Abheek
Manufacturing Graduate

Program Curriculum

The Manufacturing program prepares students for a career in the industry. Upon graduation, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the product development and manufacturing process, advanced materials design, production systems, quality engineering, and more. 

Master’s students can choose from 5 career pathways:

  • Additive Manufacturing
  • Digital Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing Automation
  • Production Systems and Quality Engineering
  • Smart Manufacturing

Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.)

The Doctor of Engineering in Manufacturing (D. Eng. in Mfg.) is motivated by the need for technical leaders in the manufacturing arena who have depth in their own engineering disciplines, breadth across different engineering disciplines, breadth beyond engineering, the ability to lead project teams, and the skills to implement high-quality engineering research and development.

This degree is only available on-campus here in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Career Outcomes

11%

Career Growth

The manufacturing field is projected to grow 11% from 2024 to 2034.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections.

$101K

Median Salary

Industrial engineers earn a median annual salary of $101,140.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook

67K

Job Postings

In 2024, there were 67,906 unique job postings in this field—demonstrating strong demand for manufacturing professionals.

Source: Lightcast™ (2024). Unique job postings for 1/2024 to 1/2025.

Career Paths
of Our Graduates

Manufacturing graduates launch careers in roles such as:

  • Business Analyst
  • Drafting Engineer
  • Field Service Engineer
  • Global Supply Manager
  • Manufacturing & Operations Industrial Engineer
  • Lead Manufacturing Engineer
  • Mechanical Design Engineer
  • Process Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Quality Engineer
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Systems Engineering Consultant

Source: University of Michigan Engineering Career Resource Center

Top Companies
Hiring Our Graduates

Our alumni are making an impact at leading organizations, including:

  • General Motors
  • Rivian Automotive
  • Lear
  • Eaton
  • ZF Group
  • SKF Group
  • Yamaha
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Raytheon Technologies (RTX)
  • Pratt & Whitney
  • Alibaba Group
  • Micron
  • McKinsey & Company
  • First Solar

Source: University of Michigan Engineering Career Resource Center

Student Experience

How to Apply

Submit your application through the Michigan Engineering online application portal.

Requirement Details
Bachelor's degree Engineering, science, mathematics, or a related technical field.
GPA 3.0 or above (4.0 scale) strongly recommended.
Personal Statement Personal experiences, motivations, and a reflection on your educational journey.
Academic Statement of Purpose Background, goals, and how this program fits your career.
Resume / CV Current professional or academic resume.
Letters of Recommendation Three letters from academic or professional references.
Transcripts Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
English proficiency TOEFL or IELTS required if native language is not English.
GRE Not required.

Get Started

Have questions about the program? Connect with our recruiter.

Alicia Markey

Recruitment and Engagement Coordinator