High-paying mechanical engineering jobs in Chicago

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 238 mechanical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $68,057 and $142,089 per year. Mechanical Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer and Mechanical Designer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Chicago, IL.

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Updated Oct 22, 2026
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Chicago, IL
Illinois
Job openings (Chicago)

Senior Mechanical Designer

Chicago

$142,089 per year

Illinois

$123,124 per year

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Chicago

$136,678 per year

Illinois

$115,990 per year

Commissioning Engineer

Chicago

$116,612 per year

Illinois

$114,600 per year

Packaging Engineer

Chicago

$112,509 per year

Illinois

$51,248 per year

Robotics Engineer

Chicago

$106,500 per year

Illinois

$103,746 per year

Mechanical Engineer

Chicago

$104,603 per year

Illinois

$95,982 per year

Mechanical Designer

Chicago

$97,219 per year

Illinois

$90,532 per year

Validation Engineer

Chicago

$45.04 per hour

Illinois

$57.21 per hour

Senior Validation Engineer

Chicago

$91,922 per year

Illinois

$88,152 per year

Surveyor

Chicago

$22.16 per hour

Illinois

$28.75 per hour

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