Machine Design Engineer Salary in Columbia, SC

How much does a Machine Design Engineer make in Columbia, SC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Machine Design Engineer in Columbia, SC is $74,166. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $61,782 to a high of $86,675, with most professionals earning between $67,684 and $80,714.

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Support manufacturing processes by providing technical expertise and necessary documentation by utilizing CAD tools.

December 17, 2022

Developing mechanical components and subsystems through the process of investigation, specification development, design, analysis and testing.

January 04, 2023

Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products, using drafting tools or computer-assisted design/drafting equipment and software.

January 10, 2023

Demonstrated track record of ability to effectively communicate with management and Customers.

March 23, 2023

Lead cross-functional teams in the design and development of automated production equipment that will meet the needs of Operations.

March 27, 2023

Provide engineering support and direction to machine designers and drafters as required to complete machine print packages within the required timeframe.

April 15, 2023

Prepare and make presentations to upper management and design teams regarding the technical aspects of the automated system.

April 18, 2023

Design and detail fixtures and various support equipment for aerospace and high-accuracy mass properties measurement equipment.

April 29, 2023

Manage suppliers and external collaborators in fabrication and prototyping activities.

May 09, 2023

Understanding lapping and polishing processing parameters and behavior will aid in machine design and further processing development.

May 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Machine Design Engineer in Columbia, SC

Average Base Salary

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67684

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74166

Average Total Cash Compensation

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69044

83899

76008

What is the average salary for Machine Design Engineer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Machine Design Engineer in Columbia, SC. The base salary for Machine Design Engineer ranges from $67,684 to $80,714 with the average base salary of $74,166. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,044 to $83,899 with the average total cash compensation of $76,008.

View Average Salary for Machine Design Engineer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$74,166	$67,684 - $80,714
Bonus	$1,841	$1,360 - $3,186
Total Pay	$76,008	$69,044 - $83,899

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Machine Design Engineer Salary Near Columbia, SC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Sumter, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,289 - $77,858	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Aiken, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,122 - $81,236	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,868 - $85,703	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,815 - $78,485	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Augusta, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,327 - $81,480	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,030 - $82,319	COMPARE TO Columbia, SC

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About Columbia, South Carolina

One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plain, across which rivers drop as falls or rapids. Columbia grew up at the fall line of the Congaree River, which is formed by the convergence of the Broad River and the Saluda River. The Congaree was the farthest inland point of river navigation. The energy of falling water also powered Columbia's early mills. The city has capitalized on this location which includes three rivers by christening itself "The Columbia Riverbanks Region". Columbia is lo...

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