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 151 mechanical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $58,622 and $139,644 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 Oct 27, 2026
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Kansas City, MO
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Job openings (Kansas City)

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Kansas City

$139,644 per year

Missouri

$123,637 per year

Commissioning Engineer

Kansas City

$110,456 per year

Missouri

$116,436 per year

Senior Mechanical Designer

Kansas City

$109,464 per year

Missouri

$185,168 per year

Nondestructive Testing Technician

Kansas City

$107,383 per year

Missouri

$91,505 per year

Mechanical Engineer

Kansas City

$106,495 per year

Missouri

$101,328 per year

Mechanical Designer

Kansas City

$104,080 per year

Missouri

$88,426 per year

Validation Engineer

Kansas City

$84,915 per year

Missouri

$107,101 per year

Automation Technician

Kansas City

$32.40 per hour

Missouri

$31.34 per hour

Surveyor

Kansas City

$16.70 per hour

Missouri

$20.22 per hour

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