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Mechanical Engineer Salary in United Arab Emirates

Mechanical engineers design machines, systems, and products from concept to manufacture. The United Arab Emirates median is $96,664 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$96,664
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,060
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$96,664
Sharjah, AE
Hourly (national)
$46.47
varies by city

Mechanical Engineer salary by city in United Arab Emirates

CityPer year
Sharjah, AE$96,664
Al Ain, AE$96,664
Ajman, AE$96,664
Ras Al Khaimah, AE$96,664
Musaffah, AE$96,664
Jebel Ali, AE$96,664
Fujairah, AE$96,664
Warīsān, AE$96,664
Dubai, AE$68,618
Abu Dhabi, AE$65,351

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a mechanical engineer make in United Arab Emirates?
The national median mechanical engineer salary in United Arab Emirates is about AED 355,000 per year (AED 29,600 per month). Across 10 cities, pay ranges from about AED 240,000 to AED 355,000.
Which United Arab Emirates city pays mechanical engineers the most?
Sharjah, AE pays the most at about AED 355,000 per year.
Which United Arab Emirates city pays mechanical engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Abu Dhabi, AE is on the lower end at about AED 240,000 per year for a mechanical engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a mechanical engineer in United Arab Emirates?
Across United Arab Emirates cities we cover, mechanical engineer pay commonly spans from about AED 164,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about AED 491,700 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many United Arab Emirates cities have mechanical engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes mechanical engineer pay for 10 cities in United Arab Emirates, all shown in AED.
Is mechanical engineer in demand in United Arab Emirates?
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.