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About Mechanical Engineering

The BYU Mechanical Engineering Department prepares students to solve real-world challenges through innovation, hands-on experience, and a strong foundation in engineering principles. With expert faculty, cutting-edge research, and industry partnerships, we equip graduates to lead and make a meaningful impact.

Department News

Student Spotlight: Simon Charles

By Marielle Sutton October 01, 2025 10:54 AM
"Mechanical Engineering is about expanding our capacity to create and understand."

Big Brains, Big Hearts: Two BYU Students Win Full NSF Fellowships

By Marielle Sutton July 17, 2025 01:42 PM
Sarah Sanderson and Hailey Jones are heading into their PhDs with full rides and even fuller resumes.

BYU Mechanical Engineering Students Win First Place at National Floating Wind Turbine Competition

By Marielle Sutton July 02, 2025 11:08 AM
"They nailed it on their first try. Everything went flawlessly and they got a perfect score."

MEET OUR INFLUENTIAL ENGINEERS

Alumni Spotlight: Landon Andrews

"I'd advise students to pursue what you're interested in, whether it's joining a club or taking a graduate-level class in something you find fascinating."

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Jason Porter

Batteries can be found in almost anything, but what happens when you push them to their limit? That’s what Dr. Jason Porter, one of the newest mechanical engineering faculty members at Brigham Young University, is researching to find out. 
Alumni Spotlight: Landon Andrews
Alumni Spotlight: Chris Brough
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Jason Porter
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