Project Team Leader, Mechanical Salary in the United States

How much does a Project Team Leader, Mechanical make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Team Leader, Mechanical in the United States is $100,885 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, a Project Team Leader, Mechanical's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,755
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,268 to $110,239
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,332
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Project Team Leader, Mechanical Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $110,239 $9,187 $2,120 $53
Average $100,885 $8,407 $1,940 $49
25th Percentile $93,268 $7,772 $1,794 $45
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Key Factors That Influence Project Team Leader, Mechanical Salaries

A Project Team Leader, Mechanical's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Project Team Leader, Mechanical Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Team Leader, Mechanical's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $146,550
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $186,432
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,197
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,421
  • Expert (over 8 years): $140,914
Levels Salary
Mechanica... Level Project Team Leader, Mechanical$146,550
Mechanica... Level Project Team Leader, Mechanical$186,432
Project T... Level Project Team Leader, Mechanical$100,197
Mechanica... Level Project Team Leader, Mechanical$124,421
Mechanica... Level Project Team Leader, Mechanical$140,914
$146,550 0 yr
$186,432 < 2 yrs
$100,197 2-4 yrs
$124,421 5-8 yrs
$140,914 > 8 yrs
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How Do Project Team Leader, Mechanical Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Project Team Leader, Mechanicals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $111,700.
  • California: $111,276.
  • Massachusetts: $109,793.

Top Paying Cities for Project Team Leader, Mechanicals

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $127,246
  • San Francisco: $125,853
  • Oakland: $123,201

What Skills Can Increase a Project Team Leader, Mechanical's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 13.08% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Guest Service (Mentioned in 1.69% Job Postings): Guest services is a division of the hospitality industry. The goal of guest services is to provide customers with an enjoyable experience, primarily in the hotel and spa industry, sports facilities, and event venues.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 1.19% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 13.08%
Guest Service 1.69%
Accounting 1.19%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Project Team Leader, Mechanical's salary.
  • Merchandising: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Patient Care: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Safety Training: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Merchandising
$115,009
14%
Patient Care
$107,947
7%
Safety Training
$107,947
7%
Financial Services
$107,947
7%
Initiative
$104,920
4%
Analysis
$103,912
3%
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Project Team Leader, Mechanical Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Team Leader, Mechanical roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Project Team Leader, Mechanical positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Team Leader, Mechanical as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Team Leader, Mechanical

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$131,150$63.030%
Energy & Utilities$126,106$61.025%
Financial Services$121,062$58.020%
Insurance$121,062$58.020%
Software & Networking$121,062$58.020%

How Education impacts a Project Team Leader, Mechanical's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Project Team Leader, Mechanicals enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Project Team Leader, Mechanical with a Associate's Degree is between $109,404 and $116,925).

Project Team Leader, Mechanical Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Project Team Leader, Mechanical
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.6%
High School 1.6%
Associates 4.7%
Bachelors 40.6%
Masters 50.0%
Doctorate 1.6%
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Project Team Leader, Mechanical Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Team Leader, Mechanical's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Project Team Leader, Mechanical

Salaries for a Project Team Leader, Mechanical can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $108,935 in 2023 to around $103,968 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Project Team Leader, Mechanical salary trends, .

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