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Mechanical Lead Engineer

Average Mechanical Lead Engineer Salary

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$78,985
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$61k
MEDIAN
$79k
90%
$110k

The average salary for a Mechanical Lead Engineer is $78,985 in 2025

Base Salary
$61k - $110k
Bonus
$1k - $11k
Profit Sharing
$585 - $10k
Commission
$6 - $55k
Total Pay
$59k - $113k
Based on 27,719 salary profiles (last updated May 08 2024)
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3.7 out of 5
(2,499)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Mechanical Lead Engineer

Medical
89%
Dental
80%
Vision
71%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Mechanical Lead Engineers

Male
86.6%
Female
12.9%
Prefer to self-define
0.4%
This data is based on 9,470 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Mechanical Lead Engineers

What is the highest pay for Mechanical Lead Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Mechanical Lead Engineer is $110k / year

What is the lowest pay for Mechanical Lead Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Mechanical Lead Engineer is $61k / year

How can Mechanical Lead Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Mechanical Lead Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Mechanical Lead Engineer that oversees more junior Mechanical Lead Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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