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Mechanical Engineer

San Diego, CA

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Entry Level Mechanical Engineer Salary in San Diego, CA

$90,650

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$78.7K

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$100K

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$137K

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The average Entry Level Mechanical Engineer Salary range in San Diego, CA is from $78,700 to $100,000. View Entry Level Mechanical Engineer salaries across top companies broken down by base, stock, and bonus. Last updated: 12/18/2025

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