The job market for mechanical engineers in the United States

There are currently an estimated 288,800 mechanical engineers in the United States. The mechanical engineer job market is expected to grow by 8.8% between 2016 and 2026.

How employable are mechanical engineers?

CareerExplorer rates mechanical engineers with a C employability rating, meaning this career should provide moderate employment opportunities for the foreseeable future. Over the next 10 years, it is expected the US will need 29,500 mechanical engineers. That number is based on 25,300 additional mechanical engineers, and the retirement of 4,200 existing mechanical engineers.

What’s the supply of mechanical engineers?

The mechanical engineer industry is concentrated in Michigan, California, Texas

Mechanical Engineer job market by state