The department of mechanical engineering, faculty of engineering at Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University is established in, 1430-1431 H (2009-2010) to be one of the pioneer engineering institutes in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Mechanical engineering is a wide specialization which has relation with all fields of life. The graduate of the mechanical engineering is a potential candidate to become one of the pillars of the nation’s industry, and the graduates may find good opportunities in different sectors especially in the fields of operation, maintenance, analysis, design, and development in mechanical and mechatronic systems…etc. Currently, the department of mechanical engineering is implementing several new initiatives to meet changes around the world and industrial needs. For undergraduate students a new study plan, based on well-known academic standards, is designed to meet the market requirements in this important area in the Kingdom. The department is provided with highly qualified scientific faculties and staff. Finally, newly developed laboratories with highly accurate instruments are established to use recent techniques and ensure quality and accreditation requirements.