High-paying mechanical engineering jobs in Boulder

Mechanical Engineering designs, develops, and tests mechanical systems. Engineers solve problems related to machinery and energy use. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are key.


The 189 mechanical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $100,060 and $182,903 per year. Mechanical Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer and Mechanical Designer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Boulder, CO.

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Updated Oct 17, 2026
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Boulder, CO
Colorado
Job openings (Boulder)

Senior Hardware Engineer

Boulder

$182,903 per year

Colorado

$168,294 per year

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Boulder

$133,288 per year

Colorado

$123,594 per year

Metrology Engineer

Boulder

$131,152 per year

Colorado

$122,773 per year

Hardware Engineer

Boulder

$128,238 per year

Colorado

$126,154 per year

Mechanical Engineer

Boulder

$119,846 per year

Colorado

$116,883 per year

Validation Engineer

Boulder

$102,274 per year

Colorado

$112,187 per year

Mechanical Designer

Boulder

$100,060 per year

Colorado

$105,169 per year

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