Mechanical Engineer
X4 Engineering
Fort Lupton, CO · $140k–$176k a year · Posted November 3, 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing pays about $158,000 a year. Across 164 open mechanical engineer listings that state pay, the middle half runs $108,500 to $153,500 and the median is $130,500. That is 21% above the median, above the middle half of those listings.
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AI use among mechanical engineers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for mechanical engineers: 8% (little observed).
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About the job
...Staff Project Engineer - Mechanical / Civil Location: Fort Lupton, Denver, CO (On-site, relocation considered)
Salary: $140,000 - $176,000 + equity
The Company My client is a fast-growing, VC-backed industrial technology business in the clean energy space...