As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a MEP Mechanical Designer I in the United States is $55,320. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $50,278 to $63,324, with most professionals earning between $45,688 and $70,611.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $63,324 | $5,277 | $1,218 | $30 |
| Average | $55,320 | $4,610 | $1,064 | $27 |
| 25th Percentile | $50,278 | $4,190 | $967 | $24 |
An entry-level MEP Mechanical Designer I with less than 1 year of experience earns about $54,944. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $55,559. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $57,351. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $57,709, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $57,948.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level MEP Mechanical Designer I | $54,944 |
| Intermediate Level MEP Mechanical Designer I | $55,559 |
| Senior Level MEP Mechanical Designer I | $57,351 |
| Specialist Level MEP Mechanical Designer I | $57,709 |
| Expert Level MEP Mechanical Designer I | $57,948 |
| Entry Level | 1% |
| Mid Level | 0% |
| Senior Level | 4% |
| Top Level | 4% |
| Experienced | 5% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in MEP Mechanical Designer I compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $50,051 in 2023 to approximately $50,316 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of MEP Mechanical Designer I salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $55,320 | 68.2% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $4,232 | 5.2% | ||
| 401K/403B | $2,323 | 2.9% | ||
| Disability | $1,106 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 10.3% | ||
| Pension | $2,987 | 3.7% | ||
| Time Off | $6,809 | 8.4% | ||
| Total Compensation | $81,130 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.8% |
| High School | 6.1% |
| Associates | 54.2% |
| Bachelors | 31.3% |
| Masters | 7.6% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of MEP Mechanical Designer I is $55,320. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of MEP Mechanical Designer I is $27; the average weekly pay of MEP Mechanical Designer I is $1,064; the average monthly pay of MEP Mechanical Designer I is $4,610.
A MEP Mechanical Designer I's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a MEP Mechanical Designer I earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a MEP Mechanical Designer I is $69,775.
The highest pay for MEP Mechanical Designer I is $70,611.
The lowest pay for MEP Mechanical Designer I is $45,688.
Designs and creates layouts and documentation for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and other mechanical building systems that meet project and technical specifications. Uses computer-aided design (CAD) and other specialized software tools to generate detailed layout plans, schematics, and drawings for mechanical systems. Maintains accurate and complete change and version control on all design files, documents, and drawings. Incorporates best practices to address design space constraints and ensure compliance with industry standards, safety requirements, and building codes. Collaborates with engineers and other project members. May conduct or participate in site visits to inspect installations or troubleshoot problems. May require an associate degree in mechanical design, drafting or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
Mechanical Systems: Using mechanical principles to complete tasks by utilizing physical components.
Design Engineering: Creating a system, component, or process to develop new products and systems.
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