Mechanical engineers
National Occupation Code (NOC): 2132 ยท Browse All Occupations
Mechanical engineers research, design and develop machinery and systems for heating, ventilating and air conditioning, power generation, transportation, processing and manufacturing. They also perform duties related to the evaluation, installation, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems. Mechanical engineers are employed by consulting firms, by power-generating utilities and in a wide range of manufacturing, processing and transportation industries, or they may be self-employed.
Alternate Job Titles
- Acoustical Engineer
- Acoustics And Vibration Engineer
- Acoustics Engineer
- Automotive Engineer
- Building Systems Engineer
- Chief Mechanical Engineer
- Consulting Mechanical Engineer
- Cryogenics Engineer
- Design Engineer - Mechanical
- Diesel Engineer - Design And Research
- Energy Conservation Engineer
- Fluid Mechanics Engineer
- Gas Utilization Mechanical Engineer
- Heating Specialist Engineer
- Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning (HVAC) Engineer
- Internal Combustion Engineer
- Lubrication Engineer
- Marine Mechanical Engineer
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Mechanical Hydraulic Engineer
- Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
- Mechanical Power Engineer
- Mechatronic Engineer
- Micro-electro-mechanical Systems (MEMS) Research Engineer
- Mould Design Engineer
- Nuclear Design Engineer
- Nuclear Engineer
- Nuclear Operations Engineer
- Oil Well Equipment Design Engineer
- Pattern Engineer
- Piping Engineer
- Power Generation Engineer
- Power Plant Engineer
- Project Mechanical Engineer
- Refrigeration Engineer
- Robotics Engineer
- Thermal Design Engineer
- Thermal Power Engineer
- Tool Engineer
- Tribologist
- Acoustics Engineer
- Automotive Engineer
- Design Engineer - Mechanical
- Energy Conservation Engineer
- Fluid Mechanics Engineer
- Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning (HVAC) Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
- Nuclear Engineer
- Piping Engineer
- Power Generation Engineer
- Refrigeration Engineer
- Robotics Engineer
- Thermal Design Engineer
- Tool Engineer
- Mechanical Designer
- Design Engineer
- Engineer - Manufacturing
Median Income by Education
The following table details the median income for various education levels for mechanical engineers.
| Education Level | Median Income |
|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | N/A |
| Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate | N/A |
| Apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma | N/A |
| College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma | $75,203 |
| University certificate or diploma below bachelor level | N/A |
| University certificate, diploma or degree at bachelor level or above | $90,908 |
| Total: Highest certificate, diploma or degree | $89,336 |
Median Income by Gender
The following table details median income by gender for mechanical engineers.
| Gender | Median Income |
|---|---|
| Male | $89,336 |
| Female | $90,364 |
Regional Employment Participation by Age Group
This chart and accompanying table outlines regional employment participation by age group for mechanical engineers
| Age Group | Employed Individuals |
|---|---|
| 15 to 24 years | 65 |
| 25 to 34 years | 355 |
| 35 to 44 years | 260 |
| 45 to 54 years | 275 |
| 55 to 64 years | 200 |
| 65 to 74 years | 30 |
| 75 years and over | 0 |
| Total | 1,200 |
Regional Employment Participation by Employment Type
This chart outlines regional employment participation by employment type for mechanical engineers. Hover over a pie section to see the associated employment type, or refer to the table below.
| Employment Type | Employed Individuals |
|---|---|
| Full Time | 370 |
| Part Time | 860 |
| Total | 1,230 |
Regional Employment Participation by Gender
This chart outlines regional employment participation by gender for mechanical engineers. Hover over a pie section to see the associated gender, or refer to the table below.
| Gender | Employed Individuals |
|---|---|
| Male | 1,110 |
| Female | 120 |
| Total | 1,230 |
Regional Employment Participation by Class of Worker
This chart outlines regional employment participation by class of worker for mechanical engineers. Hover over a pie section to see the associated class, or refer to the table below.
| Class | Employed Individuals |
|---|---|
| Employee | 1,095 |
| Self Employed | 100 |
| Total | 1,200 |
Regional Employment Participation by Labour Force Status
This chart outlines regional employment participation by labour force status for mechanical engineers. Hover over a pie section to see the associated labour status, or refer to the table below.
| Labour Status | Individuals |
|---|---|
| Employed | 1,170 |
| Unemployed | 30 |
| Total | 1,200 |
Regional Employment Participation by Education Level
This chart outlines regional employment participation by education level for mechanical engineers. Hover over a pie section to see the associated education level, or refer to the table below.
| Education Level | Individuals |
|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 |
| Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 10 |
| Apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma | 25 |
| College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma | 175 |
| University certificate or diploma below bachelor level | 15 |
| University certificate, diploma or degree at bachelor level or above | 995 |
| Total | 1,230 |