Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level
Michael Page
Elk Grove Village, IL · $60k–$75k a year · Posted November 3, 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing pays about $67,500 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 48% below the median, below the middle half of those listings.
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How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among mechanical engineers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for mechanical engineers: 8% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
This Engineer will focus on creating and improving engineering designs servicing multiple sectors, including oil and gas, medical, aerospace, and other! This role involves collaboration with cross-fun