Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
The department proudly offers comprehensive and distinguished programs that prepare students for successful careers in the field of mechanical and industrial engineering. Our student-centered approach provides our students with the mentoring and tools that enable them to achieve academic excellence and rigorous training for successful careers after graduation.
Our undergraduate program in Mechanical Engineering is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in engineering principles, technical knowledge, and practical skills. Through a rigorous curriculum, our students gain expertise in various areas of mechanical engineering, including mechanics, thermodynamics, materials science, design, manufacturing, and robotics.
Our graduate programs in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Engineering & Operations Management are designed to prepare students for advanced research, leadership roles, and specialized careers in these fields. Through a combination of advanced coursework, research projects, and professional development activities, our graduate students gain expertise in specific areas and contribute to cutting-edge research.
Faculty & Staff
Department Chair
Ganesh Balasubramanian, Ph.D.
Lambrakis Endowed Professor in Mechanical Engineering
Chair, Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
Echlin Hall 105
BGanesh@newhaven.edu
Department Faculty
Nadiye O. Erdil, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Industrial and Systems Engineering
Undergraduate Coordinator, Industrial and Systems Engineering
Graduate Coordinator, Industrial Engineering
Echlin Hall 104
(203) 932-7251
NErdil@newhaven.edu
Cheryl Li, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Graduate (MSME) Program Coordinator, Mechanical Engineering
Ph.D. Program Coordinator, TCoE China Program Coordinator
Echlin Hall 109
(203) 932-7145
CLi@newhaven.edu
M. Ali Montazer, Ph.D.
Professor, Industrial and Systems Engineering
Echlin Hall 109
(203) 932-7050
AMontazer@newhaven.edu
Ismail Orabi, Ph.D.
Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Echlin Hall 110
(203) 932-7144
IOrabi@newhaven.edu
Narjes Sadeghiamirshahidi, Ph.D.
Visiting Assistant Professor
Coordinator, M.S. Engineering and Operations Management
Echlin Hall 106
(203) 479-4196
NSadeghi@newhaven.edu
Marzieh Soltanolkottabi, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Echlin Hall 106
(203) 479-4738
MSoltan@newhaven.edu
Sumith Yesudasan, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Undergraduate BSME Program Coordinator
Echlin Hall 119A
(203) 479-4797
Sumith@newhaven.edu
Department Staff
John Kelley
Associate Lab Supervisor, Mechanical & Civil Engineering
Buckman 127
(203) 932-7141
JKelley@newhaven.edu