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Updated: 26 Jan 2012
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Salary$44,544 - $84,789  
   
Bonus$495.45 - $9,841  
Profit Sharing$510 - $7,847  
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$41,659 - $87,753  
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Companies and Industries for Mechanical Engineer Jobs

Popular Employers

Salary Range

Boeing Company, The$47,500 - $109,141
General Electric (GE) Aviation$56,415 - $79,415
Northrop Grumman Corporation$57,860 - $110,105
General Dynamics Electric Boat$55,950 - $72,653
Bechtel Corporation$40,000 - $90,000
Popular Industries

Salary Range

Engineering Consulting$44,060 - $86,823
Aerospace and Defense$45,248 - $91,769
Manufacturing and Distribution$44,014 - $88,007
Aerospace Manufacturing$45,883 - $88,495
Energy / Utilities$47,363 - $91,432

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Key Statistics for Mechanical Engineer Jobs

Gender
Female
8%
female alumni
 
Male
92%
male alumni
Salary:$53,204 - $70,106 $52,460 - $70,567
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
14%
1-4 years
50%
5-9 years
21%
10-19 years
10%
20 years or more
5%
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 88% dental benefits Dental: 75%
vision benefits Vision: 55% employee benefits None: 10%

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Career Path for Mechanical Engineer Jobs

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Mechanical Engineer

Salary Range

$41,659 - $87,753
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Project Engineer
$45,885 - $106,077
Engineering Intern
$22,924 - $55,269
Manufacturing Engineer
$41,309 - $85,193
 
Common Future Jobs

Mechanical Engineer

Salary Range

$41,659 - $87,753
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
$64,201 - $121,046
Mechanical Design Engineer
$44,041 - $84,108
Project Engineer
$45,885 - $106,077
 

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Mechanical Engineer Job Description

People with the job title Mechanical Engineer typically fall into one of the following PayScale standard occupations.

Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of such equipment as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.
Develop and design manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.

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Engineering Degrees and Salaries

For anyone interested in earning a high salary, getting an engineering degree is a good first step. According to PayScale's College Salary Report, Undergraduate Engineering Degrees have a much higher earning potential than many other degrees. While chemical engineering majors rank highest for both starting and mid-career salary, mechanical engineering is also high on the list. Future engineers have numerous education options available to them, including Online Engineering Degrees.

As you plan your engineering career, keep in mind that completing a bachelor's degree in engineering could just be the first step in your education. It's true that undergraduate engineering degrees rank well in terms of salary potential, but earning a Master's Degree in Engineering could take your engineering salary to another level. View the chart on Mechanical Engineering Salaries by Degree to see what impact a higher engineering degree can have on salary. In general, earning a higher degree will lead to a higher salary. It can also lead to greater job options and provide leverage when Negotiating Salary offers. Of course, all engineering salaries will increase over time, regardless of education. This is shown in the Mechanical Engineering Salary by Experience chart, which outlines a mechanical engineer's median income over the course of 20 years.

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Big First Project
Mechanical Engineer - (City withheld for privacy), Indiana, United States
In your first couple of months on the job, preferably sooner than later, do one big project that goes above and beyond what is expected. The project should be something that will last and you can be directly credited for. Make sure your boss is aware of the project and this will give you a great first impression as well as boost your confidence from the positive feedback you receive.
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Keep it brief
Mechanical Engineer - (City withheld for privacy), Oklahoma, United States
It's nerve racking enough to go before your employer and ask for a raise. Keep your request short and simple as possible. Look them in the eyes, confidently state your qualifications and what you expect for pay, Then be silent and let them speak.
Posted in Negotiating Higher Pay on 28 Jan 2008
Impressions
Mechanical Engineer - (City withheld for privacy), California, United States
Show the employer that you have strong interests in the company.
Posted in Impress New Employer on 12 Mar 2007
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