High-paying mechanical engineering jobs in Cincinnati

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 105 mechanical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $52,248 and $139,838 per year. Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Designer and Senior Mechanical Engineer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Cincinnati, OH.

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Updated Oct 23, 2026
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Cincinnati, OH
Ohio
Job openings (Cincinnati)

Senior Hardware Engineer

Cincinnati

$139,838 per year

Ohio

$145,393 per year

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Cincinnati

$123,350 per year

Ohio

$111,791 per year

Commissioning Engineer

Cincinnati

$110,908 per year

Ohio

$113,761 per year

Mechanical Engineer

Cincinnati

$102,688 per year

Ohio

$90,513 per year

Senior Mechanical Designer

Cincinnati

$99,438 per year

Ohio

$99,415 per year

Packaging Engineer

Cincinnati

$47.16 per hour

Ohio

$39.02 per hour

Surveyor

Cincinnati

$93,618 per year

Ohio

$94,508 per year

Mechanical Designer

Cincinnati

$81,218 per year

Ohio

$83,880 per year

Validation Engineer

Cincinnati

$34.58 per hour

Ohio

$53.36 per hour

Nondestructive Testing Technician

Cincinnati

$27.94 per hour

Ohio

$28.24 per hour

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