Mechanical Design Manager Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Mechanical Design Manager make in Chicago, IL? The average Mechanical Design Manager salary in Chicago, IL is $168,302 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $150,718 and $188,858. 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 Design Engineer

CloudHQ, LLC - Ashburn , VA

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate active and direct design experience and skills in data center Mechanical, and Controls engineering management · Critical thinker and problem ...

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Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Zobility - Shelby Township , MI

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer EXPOSURE: Project based, Machine Design/ Design of cranes, SPM ... Meeting with manager/project manager. Meeting with detailing team for Handover and CCR. Meeting ...

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Technosoft Engineering, Inc. - Carson , CA

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Carson, CA Position Overview: We are currently seeking a ... and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Employment Type: W2 / Corp-Corp / 1099 / (H1 ...

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

3DEO - Los Angeles , CA

Project management: Handling multiple projects, prioritizing key deliverables under tight deadlines ... in successful mechanical component and systems design, preferably in sectors like industrial ...

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Trans Astronautica Corporation - Los Angeles , CA

Use PDM systems for efficient management and tracking of design data, documentation, and revisions ... Apply mechanical design principles including stress analysis, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and ...

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

TalentZök - Irvine , CA

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer- TalentZok OVERVIEW Are you looking for a new career opportunity ... Responsibilities also include management support in the development of project schedules and ...

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What does a Mechanical Design Manager do?

Common responsibilities of a Mechanical Design Manager

Support Systems Engineering in the decomposition of top-level customer and regulatory requirements into system requirements for the Reactor Unit and ensure the Reactor Unit is designed in accordance with these requirements.

September 28, 2022

Leads the development of technical specifications and coordinates with key suppliers and strategic partners, as necessary, for the development and delivery of SSCs necessary for the successful implementation of the KP-FHR Reactor Unit.

November 12, 2022

Reviewing in-progress drawings & Autodesk Revit models for coordination issues, and escalate to our consultants to prioritize their focus on critical items affecting schedule to close out during design meetings.

February 17, 2023

Prepare and tool-proof manufacturing assembly instruction & routing documentation.

February 19, 2023

Drive enhanced mechanical design standards, best practices, and tools to improve designs.

March 11, 2023

Create, improve and maintain detailed manufacturing processes and work instructions for complex parts, processes to successfully transition of customer products to production.

March 14, 2023

Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.

March 18, 2023

Provide module system metrology and validation plan and instructions to internal and/or external design, prototyping and manufacturing groups.

March 22, 2023

Manage and execute work for wastewater and water utilities and industrial facilities, including treatment plants, and pumping stations.

April 17, 2023

Develop the vehicle schedule that supports physical architecture trades, detail design, hardware development, and vehicle level testing to align with master schedule deliverables.

April 26, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Mechanical Design Manager in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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150718

188858

168302

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160771

209006

182373

What is the average salary for Mechanical Design Manager in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mechanical Design Manager in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Mechanical Design Manager ranges from $150,718 to $188,858 with the average base salary of $168,302. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $160,771 to $209,006 with the average total cash compensation of $182,373.

View Average Salary for Mechanical Design Manager as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$168,302	$150,718 - $188,858
Bonus	$14,071	$10,053 - $20,148
Total Pay	$182,373	$160,771 - $209,006

* 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.

Mechanical Design Manager Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $151,566 - $189,920	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $151,566 - $189,920	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $151,393 - $189,704	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $151,508 - $189,848	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $151,508 - $189,848	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $148,116 - $185,597	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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