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Mechanical Engineer Salary in Australia

Mechanical engineers design machines, systems, and products from concept to manufacture. The Australia median is $117,281 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$117,281
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,785
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$117,281
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$56.39
varies by city

Mechanical Engineer salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$117,281
Canberra, ACT$117,281
Sunshine Coast, QLD$117,281
Wollongong, NSW$117,281
Hobart, TAS$117,281
Darwin, NT$117,281
Mackay, QLD$117,281
Sydney, NSW$87,440
Melbourne, VIC$84,664
Brisbane, QLD$77,031
Perth, WA$77,031
Adelaide, SA$69,328

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a mechanical engineer make in Australia?
The national median mechanical engineer salary in Australia is about $169,000 per year ($14,100 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $99,900 to $169,000.
Which Australia city pays mechanical engineers the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $169,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays mechanical engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $99,900 per year for a mechanical engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a mechanical engineer in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, mechanical engineer pay commonly spans from about $66,300 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $234,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have mechanical engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes mechanical engineer pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is mechanical engineer in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +10% over the next decade. Related engineering roles on Pay by Role include Civil Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Chemical Engineer.