Mechanical Engineering Technicians

Salaries for mechanical engineering technicians vary depending on the nature and location of the job, employer, amount of training the technician has received, and number of years of experience.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the average annual salary for mechanical engineering technicians was $64,020 in May 2023. Salaries ranged from less than $44,110 to $96,740 or more. Those who worked in the scientific research and development services industry had annual mean earnings of $66,840.

These salaries are based upon the standard 40-hour workweek. Overtime or premium time pay may be earned for work beyond regular daytime hours or workweek. Other benefits, depending on the company and union agreements, include paid vacation days, insurance, retirement plans, profit sharing, and tuition-reimbursement plans.