High-paying mechanical engineering jobs in Kansas City

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 149 mechanical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $59,812 and $139,799 per year. Mechanical Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer and Mechanical Designer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Kansas City, MO.

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Updated Nov 01, 2026
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Kansas City, MO
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Job openings (Kansas City)

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Kansas City

$139,799 per year

Missouri

$121,366 per year

Commissioning Engineer

Kansas City

$110,456 per year

Missouri

$115,235 per year

Senior Mechanical Designer

Kansas City

$109,464 per year

Missouri

$98,007 per year

Nondestructive Testing Technician

Kansas City

$107,383 per year

Missouri

$92,652 per year

Mechanical Engineer

Kansas City

$106,909 per year

Missouri

$100,086 per year

Mechanical Designer

Kansas City

$104,080 per year

Missouri

$87,642 per year

Validation Engineer

Kansas City

$84,915 per year

Missouri

$108,383 per year

Automation Technician

Kansas City

$32.40 per hour

Missouri

$31.34 per hour

Surveyor

Kansas City

$17.04 per hour

Missouri

$20.87 per hour

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