Career Outcomes
Innovating at the intersection of robotics,
automation and advanced manufacturing
The School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks, part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University, is dedicated to advancing research, education and industry collaboration. The school prepares students to lead in the design and improvement of advanced systems and processes that will shape the future of manufacturing and automation.
Located on ASU’s Polytechnic campus in Mesa, Arizona, the school is nestled on 600 acres of beautiful desert landscape. The campus offers the atmosphere of a close-knit academic community while providing the resources of a major research university.
The school is home to faculty experts in robotics, autonomous systems, manufacturing engineering, artificial intelligence and related areas. Their research addresses pressing industry challenges, from developing energy-efficient manufacturing processes to advancing human-robot collaboration. Work extends
beyond the university through publications, partnerships and applied projects.
Through the efforts of its faculty, students and research programs, the School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks continues to expand research, support progress in advanced manufacturing and contribute to the betterment of society.
Undergraduate degree programs
| Career outcomes | Median annual salary |
|---|---|
| Automation engineer | $117,750 |
| Engineering manager | $167,740 |
| Human factors engineer | $101,140 |
| Hydroelectric production manager | $121,440 |
| Industrial engineer | $101,140 |
| Mechanical engineer | $102,320 |
| Manufacturing engineer | $101,140 |
| Quality control manager | $121,440 |
| Robotics engineer | $117,750 |
| Supply chain engineer | $101,140 |
Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET)
under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and
Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
Industry partnerships
Learn about our Industry Advisory Board, an external volunteer group consisting of manufacturing and automation leaders who are embedded within the workforce.
Research opportunities
The School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks is home to a wide range of labs and innovative spaces designed to encourage bold thinking and collaboration. Its newest addition, the Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Building 12, or ISTB 12, is a three-story, 173,194-square-foot facility, featuring dedicated collaborative spaces.
Built with sustainability in mind, ISTB 12 incorporates rainwater collection for landscaping, solar-ready infrastructure and has achieved LEED Silver certification. The building houses advanced laboratories with focus areas spanning robotics, multimaterial manufacturing, reactive 3D printing and more.
With strong connections to industry partners, the school provides opportunities throughout the year to network
and land potential internships.
| Companies hiring our graduates |
|---|
| Boeing |
| Honeywell |
| Intel |
| Lallemand Baking |
| Lockheed Martin |
| Los Alamos National Laboratory |
| Micron Technology |
| Raytheon Technologies |
| Siemens |
| TSMC |
What our students say
I’m grateful to be a part of a community where we lift each other up through our academic journeys, navigating challenging courses and spaces many of us have never experienced before.
Lexana EchegarayManufacturing engineering student, ’27 BS in manufacturing engineering
I feel truly proud to be a graduate of the School of Manufacturing Systems and
Networks. The school’s unique integration of manufacturing has shaped my professional journey. As a manufacturing engineer at TSMC, the holistic learning I gained has empowered me to address complex, realworld manufacturing challenges through data-driven decision-making.Keshav Anand KabraIntelligent manufacturing engineer at TSMC Arizona, ’24 MS in manufacturing engineering
Join in. Stand out.
The student community at ASU is both growing and engaged. Students participate
in faculty-led research, industry-sponsored initiatives and hands-on learning that
connects classroom knowledge to real-world practice. These experiences foster
collaboration, teamwork and leadership while preparing graduates to contribute to
industries that are undergoing rapid transformation. Here are just a few student
organizations you can get involved in:
Next steps
Reserve your spot in the incoming class!
Or visit the MSN homepage to learn more about the school and all that we have to offer.
