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Mechanical Testing Engineer

Average Mechanical Testing Engineer Salary

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$75,811
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$59k
MEDIAN
$76k
90%
$104k

The average salary for a Mechanical Testing Engineer is $75,811 in 2025

Base Salary
$59k - $104k
Bonus
$995 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$537 - $10k
Commission
$5k - $33k
Total Pay
$57k - $108k
Based on 27,557 salary profiles (last updated Apr 05 2023)
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3.7 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Mechanical Testing Engineer

Medical
89%
Dental
79%
Vision
70%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Mechanical Testing Engineers

Male
87.0%
Female
12.6%
Prefer to self-define
0.4%
This data is based on 11,235 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Mechanical Testing Engineers

What is the highest pay for Mechanical Testing Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Mechanical Testing Engineer is $104k / year

What is the lowest pay for Mechanical Testing Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Mechanical Testing Engineer is $59k / year

How can Mechanical Testing Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Mechanical Testing 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 Testing Engineer that oversees more junior Mechanical Testing Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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