Mechanical Engineering

School of Arts & Sciences Closes Out Academic Year with Events Celebrating Graduates, Student Projects

Monday, May 6, 2024 "To have worked so hard on a project that means so much to me and finally share my findings with so many people makes my heart swell with pride and appreciation."

Faculty Q&A: Ryan Hoover, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Friday, December 8, 2023 After working at Westinghouse Electric Company for over 15 years, Ryan Hoover, Ph.D., P.E. is applying his real-world experience to the classroom as an assistant professor of mechanical engineering in Point Park University's School of Arts & Sciences.

Pictured is Ryan Hoover. Photo by Ethan Stoner '26.

Student Profile

Miguel Torrenegra '24

"Having Downtown Pittsburgh as my home is an awesome experience. The city's lively atmosphere means there's always something fun to do. Plus, being close to businesses and opportunities for internships is a big plus for my future."

Alumni Profile

Phillip Gertz '16

"Point Park prepared me for my career by allowing me to focus on truly learning and applying course concepts instead of just answering questions on a test."

Pictured is Phillip Gertz. Submitted photo.

Student Profile

Tyler Clayton '22

"My Point Park education has definitely helped prepare me for the real world. I am especially thankful for the senior capstone course that is built into the mechanical engineering degree requirements. Every part of that course is relevant to the tasks I am doing in the real world. Point Park also prepared me to successfully pass my state Fundamentals of Engineering exam on my first attempt."

Pictured is Tyler Clayton. Photo by Nicole Chynoweth.

AMETEK Inc. Gives $25,000 to Point Park University to Create Engineering Scholarship

Thursday, May 20, 2021 AMETEK, Inc. is donating $25,000 to Point Park University, which will help establish a scholarship for a student pursuing a degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering.

Pictured are Gregg Johnson, chair of Point Park's Department of Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technology, and David Mollish, vice president of human resources for AMETEK's P&AI Division. Photo by Nathaniel Holzer.

Student Profile

Minnie Jones '23

"By the time I leave Point Park, I plan to have obtained my honors associate’s degree in civil engineering technology from CCAC and my bachelor’s in mechanical engineering with a minor in civil engineering technology from Point Park. I also plan to do the 4+1 program to obtain my master’s in engineering management. If I am able to accomplish this, then I will be able to obtain my career goal of having a variety of careers to pursue. As long as my career incorporates versatility, design and problem-solving, life will be grand."

Pictured is Minnie Jones. Submitted photo.

Point Park’s New Electrical, Mechanical Engineering Programs Earn ABET Accreditation

Tuesday, September 15, 2020 “Achieving ABET accreditation for our new electrical and mechanical engineering programs is a great milestone for us and, most importantly, for our students. We have long maintained that our programs provide a rigorous, hands-on engineering education, and this is a welcome validation,” said Gregg Johnson, Ph.D., chair of Point Park’s Department of Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technology.

Pictured are Point Park students and faculty.

Point Park University Welcomes New Full-Time Faculty for 2020-21 Academic Year

Thursday, September 3, 2020 Point Park University welcomes five new full-time faculty members for the 2020-21 academic year. These faculty bring both industry expertise and real-world professional experience into the classes they teach at Point Park.

Point Park University Math Instructor Named a Pittsburgh 40 Under 40 Honoree

Monday, October 28, 2019 Natalie Ahwesh, a part-time mathematics instructor for the Department of Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technology at Point Park University, was named to Pittsburgh's new class of 40 Under 40 Honorees.

Pictured is Point Park mathematics instructor Natalie Ahwesh.

Student Profile

Brett Schneggenburger '19

Meet Brett Schneggenburger, a veteran, business owner and senior mechanical engineering student at Point Park University.

Pictured is veteran and mechanical engineering student Brett Schneggenburger.

#PittsburghMe: Meet Ryan Johnson, Mechanical Engineering Major

Friday, September 16, 2016

Point Park Welcomes 14 New Full-Time Faculty

Wednesday, August 17, 2016 Point Park University welcomes 14 new full-time faculty members for the 2016-17 academic year. These faculty bring their industry expertise and real-world professional experience into the classes they teach.