• Mechanical Engineers
  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 85,363
    $61,758 range bar $135,016
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    Fast Growing
  • Mechanical Engineers research, design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, including tools, engines, and machines.

What do they typically do

  • Analyze problems to see how mechanical and thermal devices might help solve a particular problem
  • Design or redesign mechanical and thermal devices or subsystems, using analysis and computer-aided design
  • Investigate equipment failures or difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and to recommend remedies
  • Develop and test prototypes of devices they design
  • Analyze the test results and change the design or system as needed
  • Oversee the manufacturing process for the device

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Job Growth +1.3%
Job Openings 180

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