What Salary to Expect in Mechanical Engineering

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What can I expect from my mechanical engineering salary?

What Salary to Expect in Mechanical Engineering

No matter the level of mechanical engineering job you're looking for, it's important to consider the average mechanical engineering salary. These salaries aren't considered the top in the nation, though they are favorable compared to other careers. First year mechanical engineer salaries fall around $54K. One to four years of experience can bring that number up to $56K. Once you reach your mid-level career, you can see your salary grow to around $67K. After ten to nineteen years, or supervisory-level jobs, salaries reach about $75K, while very experienced engineers earn up to $90K. It's safe to say that the average mechanical engineering salary is above the averages of other technical fields.

   

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