Bill McBride

Professor Bill McBride is a faculty member at the School of Engineering, University of Newcastle, specializing in Mechanical Engineering. Currently serving as Acting Head of School (2024-2025), he holds a PhD (2001) and B.Eng (Hons) from Newcastle University. His career spans 15+ years in academic leadership roles, including Assistant Dean Teaching and Learning (2011-2021). Research focuses on bulk materials handling (e.g., dust control, transfer chutes) and mentorship in materials engineering. Teaching includes advanced mechanical design courses and CAE/CNC technologies.

Administrative contributions include redesigning undergraduate engineering programs (2015-2017) and leading Engineers Australia accreditation reviews. Awards include the 1999 A.W.Roberts Research Award. Grants total $1.07M, including ARC-funded projects on bulk solids systems and dust control. Supervised 11 PhD students across mechanical engineering and education-related topics. Active in the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources.