Mechanical Design Project Engineer Salary in Charleston, South Carolina

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How much does a Mechanical Design Project Engineer make in Charleston, SC? The average Mechanical Design Project Engineer salary in Charleston, SC is $54,322 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $46,263 and $66,404. 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.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Mechanical Design Project Engineer Salary	$38,925	Charleston,SC	March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Mechanical Design Project Engineer Salary	$46,263	Charleston,SC	March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Mechanical Design Project Engineer Salary	$54,322	Charleston,SC	March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Mechanical Design Project Engineer Salary	$66,404	Charleston,SC	March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Mechanical Design Project Engineer Salary	$77,404	Charleston,SC	March 01, 2025

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Mechanical Design Engineer- to $140k - Structural Steel/Heavy Equipment/Crane

Systematic Business Consulting - Union City , CA

We are seeking a talented full-time Mechanical Design Engineer who is highly motivated and ... the project specifications and applicable codes. • Produce complete mechanical/structural ...

LinkedIn - 17 days ago

Mechanical Design Engineer

Infomatics, Inc - Everett , WA

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Everett, WA, 98204 Job type: 12+ months contract with ... They will be the Focal designer for assigned projects and participate as a team member within an ...

LinkedIn - 44 days ago

Mechanical Engineer ( Special Purpose Machine )

HCLTech - Cupertino , CA

... project goals. * Hands on experience with prototype assembly and testing Engineers should be responsible deliverables below task (not limited to) * Design mechanical chassis, enclosure for electrical ...

LinkedIn - 16 days ago

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions- Nuclear Mechanical Engineer-Lead-Lenexa, KS & Oak Ridge, TN

Kiewit - Idaho Falls , ID

Design Engineering Market: Nuclear Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Kiewit Nuclear ... District Overview Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. is a full-service engineering, project management, and ...

LinkedIn - 11 days ago

Sr. Controls Engineer

BW Design Group - Fresno , CA

Design automation control systems and create project documentation and drawings to meet client ... A bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or similar technical field ...

LinkedIn - 42 days ago

Engineering Project Coordinator

Salas O'Brien - Seattle , WA

Update documents per Engineer directions, including design narratives, specifications, schedules ... Familiarity with Mechanical (HVAC), Electrical (power, lighting, low voltage, etc.), and Plumbing ...

LinkedIn - 45 days ago

What does a Mechanical Design Project Engineer do?

Mechanical Design Project Engineer in Atlanta, GA

Interact with sales groups to help clarify technical aspects and determine accurate estimation of project costs.

November 10, 2022

Collaborate with electrical design and electrical assembly groups to ensure successful implementation of packaging system design.

November 13, 2022

Organize and manage project documentation and bills of materials using components selected based on cost, standards and lead time considerations.

February 15, 2023

Create conceptual designs for both complete packaging systems and individual mechanisms for high level feasibility and ballpark cost estimating purposes and thereafter prepare proposals for project justification and approval.

March 01, 2023

Mechanical Design Project Engineer in North Tonawanda, NY

Demonstrate a passion for continuous improvement with a strong desire to eliminate waste and non-value-added processes using Lean principles.

February 25, 2023

Provide engineering and create technical documentation necessary to satisfy project requirements, as directed by the Project Engineer, the Engineering Manager, or the Chief Engineer (Product Design Engineering).

April 28, 2023

Generate and/or check required detail drawings, assembly drawings, top level drawings, and bills of material to satisfy customer requirements and the needs of the engineering department.

May 11, 2023

Mechanical Design Project Engineer in Reston, VA

Participate in Project Team engineering and design audit visits and supporting activities.

May 12, 2023

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About Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston is the oldest and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, the county seat of Charleston County, and the principal city in the Charleston–North Charleston–Summerville Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city lies just south of the geographical midpoint of South Carolina's coastline and is located on Charleston Harbor, an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean formed by the confluence of the Ashley, Cooper, and Wando rivers. Charleston had an estimated population of 134,875 in 2017. The estimated population of the Charleston metropolitan area, comprising Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorche...

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46263

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54322

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

47112

67048

54867

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mechanical Design Project Engineer in Charleston, SC. The base salary for Mechanical Design Project Engineer ranges from $46,263 to $66,404 with the average base salary of $54,322. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $47,112 to $67,048 with the average total cash compensation of $54,867.

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About Charleston, South Carolina Charleston is the oldest and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, the county seat of Charleston County, and the principal city in the Cha....More

Charleston, South Carolina area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

Mechanical Design Project Engineer Salary in popular cities: Columbia, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant

Skills associated with Mechanical Design Project Engineer: Design

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