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Mechanical Engineer Salary in Ireland

Mechanical engineers design machines, systems, and products from concept to manufacture. The Ireland median is $135,722 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$135,722
per year
Monthly (national)
$11,291
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$135,722
Cork, IE
Hourly (national)
$65.25
varies by city

Mechanical Engineer salary by city in Ireland

CityPer year
Cork, IE$135,722
Limerick, IE$135,722
Dublin, IE$98,769

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a mechanical engineer make in Ireland?
The national median mechanical engineer salary in Ireland is about €119,000 per year (€9,900 per month). Across 3 cities, pay ranges from about €86,600 to €119,000.
Which Ireland city pays mechanical engineers the most?
Cork, IE pays the most at about €119,000 per year.
Which Ireland city pays mechanical engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Dublin, IE is on the lower end at about €86,600 per year for a mechanical engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a mechanical engineer in Ireland?
Across Ireland cities we cover, mechanical engineer pay commonly spans from about €57,500 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about €164,800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Ireland cities have mechanical engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes mechanical engineer pay for 3 cities in Ireland, all shown in EUR.
Is mechanical engineer in demand in Ireland?
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.