Mechanical Designer Salary in Houston, Texas

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How much does a Mechanical Designer make in Houston, TX? The average Mechanical Designer salary in Houston, TX is $57,177 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $48,689 and $69,883. 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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Mechanical Designer Engineer with Security Clearance
Anduril Industries - LEXINGTON , MA
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the e
- 4 days ago
Mechanical Designer/Drafter with Security Clearance
PURVIS Systems Incorporated - MIDDLETOWN , RI
PURVIS has an immediate full-time position open for a Mechanical Designer/Drafter with experience in SolidWorks, AutoCAD and PCB (printed circuit board) softwar
- 7 days ago
Mechanical Equipment Lead Designer with Security Clearance
Amentum - ENGLEWOOD , CO
Amentum is looking for a Lead Mechanical Equipment Designer to join a team of engineering and design personnel serving the Nuclear Services & Technology Busines
- 3 days ago
Senior Mechanical Designer and Drafter- Secret Clearance with Security Clearance
QuEST Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc. - CINCINNATI , OH
Job Role * Create definition of parts, modules, and assemblies related to Aero-engines in the form of 2D cross sections, 3D reusable models, tolerance stack-ups
- 4 days ago
Bilingual Sr. Mechanical Designer
HotFoot Recruiters - PHOENIX , AZ
HotFoot Recruiters is excited to partner with a well-established consulting engineering firm to hire a Bilingual Senior Mechanical Designer (Mandarin/English)
- 2 days ago
Fire Protection Engineer (Mechanical)
Pantex - AMARILLO , TX
Location: Amarillo, TX. Job Title: Fire Protection Engineer (Mechanical). Career Level From: Associate. Career Level To: Specialist. Organization: Fire Protecti
- 144 days ago

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mechanical Designer in Houston, TX. The base salary for Mechanical Designer ranges from $48,689 to $69,883 with the average base salary of $57,177. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $49,578 to $70,561 with the average total cash compensation of $57,750.

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

Mechanical Designer Salary in popular cities: San Antonio, Dallas, Austin

Skills associated with Mechanical Designer: Design, Drawing, #develop, Create ...More

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