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Mechanical Engineer Salary in Switzerland

Mechanical engineers design machines, systems, and products from concept to manufacture. The Switzerland median is $133,450 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$133,450
per year
Monthly (national)
$11,121
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$133,450
Zürich, ZH
Hourly (national)
$64.16
varies by city

Mechanical Engineer salary by city in Switzerland

CityPer year
Zürich, ZH$133,450
Geneva, GE$133,450
Basel, BS$133,450
Lausanne, VD$133,450
Bern, BE$133,450
Winterthur, ZH$133,450

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a mechanical engineer make in Switzerland?
The national median mechanical engineer salary in Switzerland is about CHF 108'000 per year (CHF 9'000 per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about CHF 108'000 to CHF 108'000.
Which Switzerland city pays mechanical engineers the most?
Zürich, ZH pays the most at about CHF 108'000 per year.
Which Switzerland city pays mechanical engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Winterthur, ZH is on the lower end at about CHF 108'000 per year for a mechanical engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a mechanical engineer in Switzerland?
Across Switzerland cities we cover, mechanical engineer pay commonly spans from about CHF 74'000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about CHF 149'600 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Switzerland cities have mechanical engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes mechanical engineer pay for 6 cities in Switzerland, all shown in CHF.
Is mechanical engineer in demand in Switzerland?
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.