Mechanical Engineer Salary

Updated: 26 May 2012
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Salary$45,490 - $84,096  
   
Bonus$19.57 - $8,818  
Profit Sharing$501 - $6,758  
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$42,860 - $86,957  
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Companies and Industries for Mechanical Engineer Salaries

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Salary Range

The Boeing Company$48,177 - $97,169
General Electric (GE) Aviation$58,926 - $79,614
Northrop Grumman Corporation$59,300 - $114,038
General Electric (GE) Energy$55,409 - $113,363
Lockheed Martin Corp$49,316 - $80,010
Popular Industries

Salary Range

Engineering Consulting$44,946 - $82,047
Aerospace and Defense$46,447 - $86,077
Manufacturing and Distribution$45,268 - $82,372
Aerospace Manufacturing$46,602 - $82,633
Energy / Utilities$48,032 - $85,699

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Key Statistics for Mechanical Engineer Salaries and Jobs

Gender
Female
8%
female alumni
 
Male
92%
male alumni
Salary:$54,215 - $70,660 $52,620 - $70,635
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: 56% employee benefits None: 10%

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Career Path for Mechanical Engineer Jobs

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Mechanical Engineer

Salary Range

$42,860 - $86,957
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Project Engineer
$46,654 - $103,722
Engineering Intern
$23,492 - $54,675
Manufacturing Engineer
$41,939 - $83,743
 
Common Future Jobs

Mechanical Engineer

Salary Range

$42,860 - $86,957
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
$65,054 - $118,971
Mechanical Design Engineer
$44,764 - $82,932
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
$64,843 - $118,887
 

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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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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.
Posted in Impress New Employer on 24 Nov 2010
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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