Mechanical Engineer Salary
Updated: 26 May 2012
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| National Salary Data ( ?XAll compensation data shown are gross, national 10th to 90th percentile ranges. Pay can vary greatly by location. To view local data, take the PayScale survey. ) | $0 | $29K | $58K | $87K |
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| Salary | $45,490 - $84,096 |
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| Bonus | $19.57 - $8,818 |
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| Profit Sharing | $501 - $6,758 |
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Total Pay (?XTotal Pay combines base annual salary or hourly wage, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job. It does not include equity (stock) compensation, cash value of retirement benefits, or the value of other non-cash benefits (e.g. healthcare). ) | $42,860 - $86,957 |
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 26 May 2012 | Individuals Reporting: 10,630 |
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Companies and Industries for
Mechanical Engineer
Salaries
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Popular Employers
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Salary Range
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| The Boeing Company | $48,177 - $97,169 |
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| General Electric (GE) Aviation | $58,926 - $79,614 |
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| Northrop Grumman Corporation | $59,300 - $114,038 |
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| General Electric (GE) Energy | $55,409 - $113,363 |
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| Lockheed Martin Corp | $49,316 - $80,010 |
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Popular Industries
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Salary Range
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| Engineering Consulting | $44,946 - $82,047 |
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| Aerospace and Defense | $46,447 - $86,077 |
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| Manufacturing and Distribution | $45,268 - $82,372 |
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| Aerospace Manufacturing | $46,602 - $82,633 |
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| Energy / Utilities | $48,032 - $85,699 |
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Key Statistics for
Mechanical Engineer
Salaries and Jobs
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Female
8%
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Male
92%
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| Salary: | $54,215 - $70,660 | |
$52,620 - $70,635
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| Bachelor's Degree | $44,776 - $78,620 |
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| Bachelor of Science (BS / BSc), Mechanical Engineering (ME) | $46,352 - $79,842 |
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| Bachelor of Engineering (BEng / BE), Mechanical Engineering (ME) | $44,133 - $78,567 |
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| Master of Science (MS), Mechanical Engineering (ME) | $50,455 - $85,758 |
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| Master of Engineering (MEng / ME), Mechanical Engineering (ME) | $49,458 - $84,655 |
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Most Common Health Benefits
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Medical:
88% |
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Dental:
75% |
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Vision:
56% |
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None:
10% |
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Career Path for
Mechanical Engineer
Jobs
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range
$42,860 - $86,957
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range
$42,860 - $86,957
Salary Map for
Mechanical Engineer
Jobs
Highest Salaries By City for Mechanical Engineer Jobs
Top Cities by Popularity for Mechanical Engineer Jobs
Long Beach, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$47,932 - $103,910
#1 Highest Paying Location
Dearborn, Michigan (MI)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$53,372 - $91,563
#2 Highest Paying Location
Sunnyvale, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$58,937 - $100,929
#3 Highest Paying Location
Troy, Michigan (MI)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$44,494 - $98,250
#4 Highest Paying Location
Santa Clara, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$48,105 - $98,111
#5 Highest Paying Location
Sacramento, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$54,415 - $95,413
#6 Highest Paying Location
San Jose, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$53,876 - $101,063
#7 Highest Paying Location
Everett, Washington (WA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$50,844 - $82,781
#8 Highest Paying Location
Palo Alto, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$56,273 - $94,217
#9 Highest Paying Location
Houston, Texas (TX)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$50,333 - $97,248
#10 Highest Paying Location
Arlington, Virginia (VA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$50,684 - $97,444
#11 Highest Paying Location
Fremont, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$40,000 - $90,454
#12 Highest Paying Location
El Segundo, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$58,572 - $111,000
#13 Highest Paying Location
Richland, Washington (WA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$52,127 - $88,157
#14 Highest Paying Location
Charleston, South Carolina (SC)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$54,267 - $102,129
#15 Highest Paying Location
San Francisco, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$49,035 - $99,134
#16 Highest Paying Location
Plymouth, Michigan (MI)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$48,479 - $81,569
#17 Highest Paying Location
Raleigh, North Carolina (NC)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$49,148 - $91,597
#18 Highest Paying Location
Auburn Hills, Michigan (MI)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$49,316 - $87,425
#19 Highest Paying Location
Tucson, Arizona (AZ)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$54,828 - $84,916
#20 Highest Paying Location
Houston, Texas (TX)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$50,333 - $97,248
#1 Most Popular Location
San Diego, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$50,381 - $84,389
#2 Most Popular Location
Los Angeles, California (CA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$43,292 - $92,999
#3 Most Popular Location
Chicago, Illinois (IL)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$45,100 - $78,166
#4 Most Popular Location
New York, New York (NY)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$40,872 - $83,745
#5 Most Popular Location
Boston, Massachusetts (MA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$50,864 - $92,901
#6 Most Popular Location
Seattle, Washington (WA)
Mechanical Engineer
Salary Range:
$49,399 - $86,276
#7 Most Popular Location
Mechanical Engineer
Job Description
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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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.
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.
Mechanical Engineer - (City withheld for privacy), California, United States
Show the employer that you have strong interests in the company.


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