Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering is a creative field. It includes creation, manufacturing and maintenance, making devices, structures, machines, tools, products, machining, fabrication, welding, the list goes on. As a mechanical engineer you’ll design, problem solve, consider operations, process, quality assurance, communication and collaboration.

Prepare for your future in this industry at Unitec and we will get you work ready before you even complete your qualification. You'll get the practical work place skills you need to enter and succeed the industry by working on hands-on real-world projects that you keep such as a rocket stove and remote controlled jockey wheel. You’ll also develop your portfolio showcasing your achievements and your work – helping build a great CV.

You’ll learn and work in Mataaho, our purpose built trades building which includes multiple workshop spaces, the Giltrap Volkswagen sponsored lab with the latest emulation and simulation technologies. You’ll get to work with the latest tools and software including Fusion 360, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinery such as plasma cutters, lathes, and milling machines.

Whether you’re looking to start out in this field or if you’re already in related work, Unitec will get you there and future proof your career in mechanical engineering. Find out more about our mechanical engineering programme and where you can go on to work.

Industry connections

We’re a member of the Heavy Engineering Research Association of New Zealand (HERA), the industry organisation for metal industries like welding. There are many industry experts on our advisory committee too. They make sure that what you learn is exactly what you’ll need for your career.

Visit Unitec Virtually

Curious about what our facilities look like. In that case, you can take a virtual tour of our campuses and Mataaho  (one of New Zealand's largest open-plan trades training facilities) Visit Unitec Virtually