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M.S. in Engineering Design & Innovation

Northwestern University

Master's DegreeCIP: 15.0805

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Evanston, Illinois

    633 Clark St, Evanston, Illinois, 60208

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionOperations MonitoringComplex Problem SolvingActive ListeningSpeakingWritingQuality Control AnalysisJudgment and Decision MakingTroubleshootingRepairingEquipment MaintenanceMonitoringOperation and ControlActive LearningMathematics

Knowledge

Engineering and TechnologyMechanicalEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsMathematicsDesignProduction and Processing

Abilities

Near VisionDeductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionInformation OrderingWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionCategory FlexibilitySpeech RecognitionFinger DexterityVisualizationControl PrecisionArm-Hand SteadinessPerceptual SpeedManual DexterityMathematical ReasoningFluency of IdeasOriginalitySelective Attention

Tasks

  • Document test results, using cameras, spreadsheets, documents, or other tools.
  • Set up mechanical, hydraulic, or electric test equipment in accordance with engineering specificatio
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, work specifications, drawings, or charts.
  • Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical systems.
  • Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
  • Calculate required capacities for equipment of proposed system to obtain specified performance and s
  • Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sen
  • Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electron
  • Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or convey
  • Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, elec
  • Install or program computer hardware or machine or instrumentation software in microprocessor-based
  • Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of ass
  • Program and calibrate drones for specific missions or tasks, ensuring proper functionality and performance.
  • Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and contr
  • Produce three-dimensional models, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
  • Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of compo
  • Create bills of materials.

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareObject or component oriented development softwareIndustrial control softwareElectronic mail softwareSpreadsheet softwareDevelopment environment softwareProject management softwareFacilities management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareMaterials requirements planning logistics and supply chain softwareDocument management software

Tools

CalipersChassis dynamometersCompression testersComputer numerical controlled CNC milling machinesComputerized numerical control CNC turning centersCrack detection equipmentElectronic engine analyzersEngine lathesEnvironmental chambersExhaust gas analyzersFlow benchesForce gaugesFrequency countersFunction generatorsHigh-vacuum tensile testing chambersAbsorption dynamometersAccelerometersAdjustable wrenchesAir compressorsAnalytical balancesAnemometersAngle grindersArc welding equipmentArc-joint pliersBand sawsBelt sandersBench grindersBend test fixturesBinocular compound microscopesBore gauges

Work Values

AchievementWorking ConditionsSupportIndependenceRecognitionRelationships
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Automotive Engineering Technicians17-3027.01
  • Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians17-3027.00
  • Robotics Technicians17-3024.01
  • Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians17-3024.00
  • Mechanical Drafters17-3013.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: advanced (Level 4)(based on Master's Degree)

  • Automotive testing competency frameworks and documentation standards — establish and continuously improve to align lab output with organizational quality and engineering excellence goals.
  • Test equipment procurement, calibration programs, and facility capability roadmaps — lead to ensure the organization maintains state-of-the-art mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic testing infrastructure.
  • Cross-functional technical reviews of blueprints, schematics, and design specifications — lead to identify systemic integration risks early in the automotive product development lifecycle.
  • Organizational defect analysis and quality control processes — direct across multiple vehicle programs, setting methodological standards that reduce field failures and accelerate root-cause resolution.
  • Enterprise-wide test monitoring strategies and automated test cell policies — develop and govern, ensuring consistent application of operations monitoring best practices across all automotive programs.
  • Strategic test data analysis frameworks — architect using advanced analytical and statistical tools, enabling engineering leadership to make data-driven decisions on vehicle system performance.
  • Installation and integration standards for complex instrumentation and powertrain test systems — author and enforce, mentoring technicians and engineers in proper interface and calibration methodology.
  • Multi-year durability, performance, and efficiency validation program strategies — design and oversee, balancing resource constraints with regulatory and customer requirements at the organizational level.
  • Technical talent development pipelines — build by designing training curricula, apprenticeship structures, and on-the-job coaching programs that advance automotive engineering technician capabilities organization-wide.
  • Stakeholder communication at executive and customer levels — lead by synthesizing complex test outcomes, risk assessments, and program recommendations into clear, decision-ready engineering briefings.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
57%
Placement Rate
75%