Machine Design Engineer Salary in Norfolk, VA

How much does a Machine Design Engineer make in Norfolk, VA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Machine Design Engineer in Norfolk, VA is $75,171. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $62,615 to a high of $87,844, with most professionals earning between $68,599 and $81,804.

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Machine Design Engineer

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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 Norfolk, VA

Average Base Salary

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68599

81804

75171

Average Total Cash Compensation

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69978

85035

77038

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 Norfolk, VA. The base salary for Machine Design Engineer ranges from $68,599 to $81,804 with the average base salary of $75,171. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,978 to $85,035 with the average total cash compensation of $77,038.

View Average Salary for Machine Design Engineer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$75,171	$68,599 - $81,804
Bonus	$1,868	$1,380 - $3,231
Total Pay	$77,038	$69,978 - $85,035

* 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 Norfolk, VA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Portsmouth, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,599 - $81,804	COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA 0%
CITY, STATE Chesapeake, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,511 - $81,700	COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Virginia Beach, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,695 - $83,113	COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Hampton, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,752 - $81,988	COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Suffolk, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,489 - $81,674	COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Newport News, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,752 - $81,988	COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA

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About Norfolk, Virginia

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 96 square miles (250 km2), of which 54 square miles (140 km2) is land and 42 square miles (110 km2) (43.9%) is water. Norfolk is located at 36°55′N 76°12′W / 36.917°N 76.200°W / 36.917; -76.200 (36.8857° N, 76.2599° W) The city is located at the southeastern corner of Virginia at the junction of the Elizabeth River and the Chesapeake Bay. The Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area (officially known as the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA) is the 37th largest in the United States, with an estimated...

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