How much does a Mechanical Engineer II make in Detroit, MI? The average Mechanical Engineer II salary in Detroit, MI is $94,459 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $86,718 and $104,262. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Mechanical Engineer II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mechanical Engineer II Salary $79,670 Detroit,MI February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Mechanical Engineer II Salary $86,718 Detroit,MI February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Mechanical Engineer II Salary $94,459 Detroit,MI February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Mechanical Engineer II Salary $104,262 Detroit,MI February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Mechanical Engineer II Salary $113,187 Detroit,MI February 26, 2024
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What skills does a Mechanical Engineer II need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Hydraulics: Hydraulics is a technology and applied science using engineering, chemistry, and other sciences involving the mechanical properties and use of liquids.

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Packaging: Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.

Analysis 1.94%
Hydraulics 0.56%
Packaging 0.37%
Others 97.13%

Job Description for Mechanical Engineer II

Mechanical Engineer II designs, develops, prototypes, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Develops specifications for new parts or prototypes. Being a Mechanical Engineer II identifies appropriate materials and processes to ensure the quality, performance, and manufacturability of products. Uses CAD software and other design and modeling tools to develop and improve parts and products. Additionally, Mechanical Engineer II conducts analysis and tests to determine weaknesses and failures in prototypes or products. Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Mechanical Engineer II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Mechanical Engineer II typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Mechanical Engineer II

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Mechanical Engineer II, the upper level is Mechanical Engineer III and then progresses to Mechanical Engineer IV.

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Mechanical Engineer II salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Mechanical Engineer II, the highest Mechanical Engineer II salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Mechanical Engineer II salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Mechanical Engineer II salary is in Miami, FL, where the Mechanical Engineer II salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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