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How much does a Junior Mechanical Engineer make in Aurora, IL? The average Junior Mechanical Engineer salary in Aurora, IL is $80,801 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $74,901 and $87,801. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Junior Mechanical Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Junior Mechanical Engineer Salary $69,529 Aurora,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Junior Mechanical Engineer Salary $74,901 Aurora,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Junior Mechanical Engineer Salary $80,801 Aurora,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Junior Mechanical Engineer Salary $87,801 Aurora,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Junior Mechanical Engineer Salary $94,174 Aurora,IL March 26, 2024
25% $74,901 10% $69,529 90% $94,174 75% $87,801 $80,801 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Junior Mechanical Engineer applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc. Conducts product testing and creates models and prototypes. Designs, develops, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Being a Junior Mechanical Engineer requires a bachelor's degree of mechanical engineering. May be involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products. In addition, Junior Mechanical Engineer typically reports to supervisor or manager. Being a Junior Mechanical Engineer works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Junior Mechanical Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Junior Mechanical Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Aurora, Illinois    Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, is a city in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Located primarily in DuPage and Kan....More

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