How much does a Mechanical Engineer VI make in the United States? The average Mechanical Engineer VI salary in the United States is $209,895 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $187,633 and $232,838. 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. 

Mechanical Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mechanical Engineer VI Salary $167,365 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Mechanical Engineer VI Salary $187,633 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Mechanical Engineer VI Salary $209,895 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Mechanical Engineer VI Salary $232,838 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Mechanical Engineer VI Salary $253,727 US March 26, 2024
25% $187,633 10% $167,365 90% $253,727 75% $232,838 $209,895 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Mechanical Engineer VI

Mechanical Engineer VI designs, develops, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc. Conducts product testing and creates models and prototypes. Being a Mechanical Engineer VI may be involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products. Typically requires a master's degree in mechanical engineering. Additionally, Mechanical Engineer VI typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Mechanical Engineer VI typically requires 12+ years of related experience. Achievement and depth of knowledge of specialization or field is the main differentiator. Advisory role on complex and challenging projects and initiatives. Recognized for deep technical and industry knowledge and innovative thinking. Provides thought leadership and guidance to a functional area and the organization. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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For Mechanical Engineer VI, the upper level is Mechanical Engineering Supervisor and then progresses to Mechanical Engineering Senior Supervisor.

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Mechanical Engineer VI salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Mechanical Engineer VI, the highest Mechanical Engineer VI salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Mechanical Engineer VI salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Mechanical Engineer VI salary is in Miami, FL, where the Mechanical Engineer VI salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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