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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Field Engineer in Illinois is $86,058 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.
However, a Mechanical Field Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $97,067 | $8,089 | $1,867 | $47 |
| Average | $86,058 | $7,172 | $1,655 | $41 |
| 25th Percentile | $72,180 | $6,015 | $1,388 | $35 |
SOURCE UNITED LLC - Elk Grove Village, IL
Labor Solutions, LLC - Libertyville, IL
Powell Industries - Northlake, IL
GHR Engineers & Associates, INC. - Champaign, IL
A Mechanical Field Engineer'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
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 Mechanical Field Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Mechanical Field Engineer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 15% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Mechanical Field Engineer positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Mechanical Field Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government | $94,664 | $46.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Mechanical Field Engineer'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $97,067 | $8,089 | $1,867 | $47 |
| Average | $86,058 | $7,172 | $1,655 | $41 |
| 25th Percentile | $72,180 | $6,015 | $1,388 | $35 |
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