HVAC Mechanical Engineer Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a HVAC Mechanical Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average HVAC Mechanical Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $82,178 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $76,136 and $89,070. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

Atlantis IT group - Sacramento , CA

Mechanical Engineer HVAC Location : Sacramento, CA Duration : Fulltime Job Description : We are seeking a full-time Sr. Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience in either a Consulting ...

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Mechanical Engineer III (HVAC & Utilities)

Dennis Group Atlanta - Duluth , GA

Specifically, HVAC, plumbing / utility, and fire suppression systems. Our mechanical team is ... Registered Professional Engineer (PE) is a plus * Travel to customer project sites for review ...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC & Plumbing Design Experience Required

TETER, Inc - Modesto , CA

Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC & Plumbing Design Experience Required Are you passionate about shaping the future of building design through innovative HVAC and plumbing system solutions? Are you ...

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HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer - $10,000 Bonus

AWA Engineers - Riverside , CA

Mechanical HVAC Design Engineer AWA is an 18-year-old MEP consulting engineering company that specializes in commercial/office TI projects. Mechanical HVAC engineer with 7+ years of experience in the ...

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Mechanical Engineer HVAC Design

Human Capital Pursuit - Houston , TX

Mechanical Engineer requirements are: * 5+ years of experience designing HVAC systems, ducting, piping systems and fire protection systems * Licensed PE or on track to getting PE * Bachelor's degree ...

ZipRecruiter - 23 days ago

Sr. Mechanical Engineer (HVAC / Plumbing Systems) - to $130k

Incendia Partners - Sacramento , CA

Serving clients nationwide, they require a full-time Sr. Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience in consulting engineering or design/build settings. The candidate will design HVAC and ...

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What does a HVAC Mechanical Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a HVAC Mechanical Engineer

Develop and oversee all aspects of production including Clean Room design, computer modeling, selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, testing, and implementation of products and systems.

June 07, 2022

Lead Mechanical Engineers are granted considerable latitude in determining the approaches to assignments, researching and developing designs for a variety of building types, including projects for Federal DOD, mission critical, data centers, power and energy, local government, higher education, laboratories and other commercial and industrial projects.

November 03, 2022

Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage a large and diverse number of projects with professionalism, cooperation, and persistence.

December 25, 2022

Support the DSN Engineering Change Management (ECM) Board in the in the development, evaluation and costing of Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), the preparation and delivery of Modification Kits (Modkits), and the troubleshooting, resolution and closure of Discrepancy Reports (DRs).

February 17, 2023

Design of building mechanical systems (HVAC) including appropriate system concepts, calculations, energy modeling, layout, sizing, selections, specifications and coordination.

February 22, 2023

Creates schedules and timelines for shutdowns required for projects while assisting and providing plans to keep production up while performing projects if need.

March 01, 2023

Review, archive, trend, recommend, and report concerns related to water quality treatments that are performed monthly on several HVAC chilled water closed loop, open loop, fluid cooler/cooling tower, transmitter cooling, and waveguide cooling water closed loops.

March 14, 2023

Provides assistance to Production Engineering for facility related utility connections including CDA (Compressed Dry Air), process water, ventilation and other special requirements for new equipment additions/changes.

March 22, 2023

Works with engineering to develop and oversee standard engineering processes to ensure consistent delivery and customer satisfaction.

March 28, 2023

Assist in the production of construction documents (drawings and specifications) for new buildings, and for renovations and additions to existing facilities.

April 09, 2023

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Average Salary Range for HVAC Mechanical Engineer in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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76136

89070

82178

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

77401

91683

83856

What is the average salary for HVAC Mechanical Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of HVAC Mechanical Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for HVAC Mechanical Engineer ranges from $76,136 to $89,070 with the average base salary of $82,178. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $77,401 to $91,683 with the average total cash compensation of $83,856.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$82,178	$76,136 - $89,070
Bonus	$1,678	$1,265 - $2,613
Total Pay	$83,856	$77,401 - $91,683

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

HVAC Mechanical Engineer Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,564 - $89,571	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,564 - $89,571	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,477 - $89,469	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,535 - $89,537	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,535 - $89,537	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $74,822 - $87,532	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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About Chicago, Illinois

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