How much does a Engineer, machine make

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Engineer, machine salary

43 700 kr

Engineers and technicians in mechanical engineering

What will be the salary after tax?

37 300 - 66 700 kr / month

Women earn 97% of what men do.

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Salary progression Engineer, machine

Average salary 43 700 kr
Males 43 900 kr
Females 42 700 kr
Profession Engineer, machine and its salary
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Salary for Mechanical Engineer

Working as a Mechanical Engineer typically yields an average monthly salary of 43 700 SEK. This marks an increase from the previous average of 41 500 SEK. Men in this profession earn an average salary of 43 900 SEK, while women earn 42 700 SEK, meaning that women earn 97% of what men do in the same field. The average hourly wage for a mechanical engineer, based on 166 working hours per month, is 263 SEK.

Salary Range and Gender Distribution

There is a variation in salaries depending on education and sector. The highest salary in this profession is 66700 SEK, held by a woman with a doctoral degree in the municipal sector. For men, the highest salary is 53500 SEK. At the other end of the spectrum, the lowest salary is 37300 SEK for a woman with a high school education in the public sector, while men with a similar background earn 38000 SEK.

What Does a Mechanical Engineer Do?

As a Mechanical Engineer, you work on designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems and products. This can range from small components to large machinery and systems. Engineers in this field often work on projects and may be employed in various sectors such as manufacturing, energy, or consulting firms.

Job Responsibilities

  • Designing and developing mechanical systems
  • Prototyping and testing
  • Analysis and optimization of existing systems
  • Project management and collaboration with other engineers and technicians

Education and Requirements

Becoming a Mechanical Engineer typically requires a technical university education. Many employers prefer candidates with a Master of Science in Engineering degree, but there are also opportunities for Bachelor of Science in Engineering graduates. Further education and specialization can enhance the chances of higher salaries and more qualified job tasks.

Future Outlook and Competition

There is no specific forecast for the recruitment situation in this profession, but generally, there is a demand for engineers in technical industries. Labor market data indicates that it is part of the professional group "Engineers and Technicians in Mechanical Engineering," suggesting a stable demand in the job market.

Benefits and Working Conditions

Several employers offer benefits such as flexible working hours and the option for remote work, which is particularly valuable in today's work environment. There may also be access to paid training and further education courses to encourage continuous professional development.

Who has the highest salary?
The highest salary for a Engineer, machine is 66700 kr. This salary belongs to a woman working in the Municipal sector with a postgraduate education. The highest salary for a man in this profession is 53500 kr.
Who has the lowest salary?
The lowest salary for a Engineer, machine is 37300 kr. This salary belongs to a woman also working in the Public sector. The lowest salary for a man in this profession is 38000 kr.
Salary distributed by age and sector
Age Women's salary as a percentage of men's Base salary Monthly salary
18-24 103% 32400 kr 33700 kr
25-34 99% 38600 kr 39700 kr
35-44 100% 43000 kr 43900 kr
45-54 97% 45800 kr 46800 kr
55-64 98% 43700 kr 45300 kr
65-68 48200 kr 49100 kr
Snitt 97% 42600 kr 43700 kr
* Empty columns indicate that the statistical data was insufficient to allow for a statistically significant conclusion.
Salary per sector
Salary based on education
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About the data

All information displayed on this page is based on data from the Swedish Central Bureau of Statistics (SCB), the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish employment agency. Learn more about our data and data sources here.

All figures are gross salaries, meaning salaries before tax. The average salary, or mean salary, is calculated by adding up the total salary for all individuals within the profession and dividing it by the number of individuals. For specific job categories, we have also considered various criteria such as experience and education.

Profession Engineer, machine has the SSYK code 3114, which we use to match against the SCB database to obtain the latest salary statistics.

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Net salary
31 450
Taxes
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Fees
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