High-paying mechanical engineering jobs in Lincoln

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 13 mechanical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $61,866 and $119,159 per year. Surveyor, Mechanical Engineer and Tooling Engineer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Lincoln, NE.

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Updated Oct 17, 2026
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Lincoln, NE
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Job openings (Lincoln)

Commissioning Engineer

Lincoln

$119,159 per year

Nebraska

$103,774 per year

Surveyor

Lincoln

$89,879 per year

Nebraska

$78,554 per year

Mechanical Engineer

Lincoln

$85,559 per year

Nebraska

$87,691 per year

Tooling Engineer

Lincoln

$81,492 per year

Nebraska

$101,272 per year

Mechanical Designer

Lincoln

$61,866 per year

Nebraska

$85,707 per year

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