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How much does a Senior Mechanical Engineer make in California? The average Senior Mechanical Engineer salary in California is $124,600 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $113,900 and $137,100. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Senior Mechanical Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Mechanical Engineer Salary $104,158 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Mechanical Engineer Salary $113,900 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Mechanical Engineer Salary $124,600 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Mechanical Engineer Salary $137,100 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Mechanical Engineer Salary $148,481 CA March 26, 2024
25% $113,900 10% $104,158 90% $148,481 75% $137,100 $124,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Mechanical Engineer applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc. Conducts product testing and creates models and prototypes. Designs, develops, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. Being a Senior Mechanical Engineer requires a bachelor's degree of Mechanical Engineering. May be involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of mechanical products. In addition, Senior Mechanical Engineer typically reports to a manager. Being a Senior Mechanical Engineer contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Senior Mechanical Engineer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $119,054 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $120,748 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $125,041 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $118,828 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $115,778 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $123,233 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $119,393 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $112,503 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $137,805 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $137,466 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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