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Mechanical Engineering Schools in California
Jobs for Mechanical Engineering Grads in California
80,390 people in the state and 878,590 in the nation are employed in jobs related to ME Tech.
Wages for Mechanical Engineering Jobs in California
ME Tech grads earn an average of $69,700 in the state and $59,335 nationwide.
Most Popular Mechanical Engineering Programs in CA
Our data covers 4 colleges in California offering ME Tech degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $46,662 after earning their degree at this institution. About 75% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 82%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $43,850 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 74% of applicants. 88% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $20,409 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 84% of applicants.
Graduates earn a median salary of $82,458 in their first year after graduation. About 99% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 76%.
Mechanical Engineering Careers in CA
Some of the careers ME Tech majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Drafters | 13% | $78,252 |
| Robotics Technicians | 12% | $131,252 |
| Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians | 11% | $77,835 |
| Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians | 10% | $50,761 |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | 7% | $40,917 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | 3% | $57,631 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | 2% | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | 2% | $106,964 |
| Automotive Engineering Technicians | 1% | $89,794 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | -1% | $108,923 |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | -3% | $134,632 |
Related Majors in California
Below are some popular majors that are similar to ME Tech.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Electromechanical Engineering | 11,920 |
| Industrial Production Technology | 11,391 |
| Environmental Control Technology | 10,798 |
| Drafting & Design Engineering | 9,702 |
| Electronics Engineering | 9,196 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | 8,633 |
| Construction Engineering | 5,089 |
| Quality Control Technology | 3,938 |
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