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By AtiveSite · Published 07/11/2026 · Updated 09/11/2026 · Every figure is linked to its source below.
3 open private-sector listings for mechanical engineers in Tennessee from 2 employers. Cities with the most openings first.
| City ⇅ | Open jobs now ⇅ | Employers hiring ⇅ | Jobs ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakridge | 1 | 1 | see jobs → |
| Memphis | 1 | 1 | see jobs → |
| Oak Ridge | 1 | 1 | see jobs → |
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| Measure ⇅ | Tennessee ⇅ | United States ⇅ |
|---|---|---|
| Jobs | 3,930 | 296,810 |
| Median pay | $99,550 | $104,110 |
| Entry (10th percentile) | $64,150 | $73,990 |
| Top (90th percentile) | $156,150 | $164,340 |
| Location quotient | 0.63 | 1.00 |
Estimate for a wage earner: 2026 federal brackets and standard deduction (IRS), Social Security 6.2% up to $184,500, Medicare 1.45% (+0.9% above $200,000 single / $250,000 married), and a state rate you set. It ignores credits, pre-tax deductions, local taxes and benefits. Sources: IRS: tax year 2026 inflation adjustments · SSA wage base per Federal Register notice 2025-19763.
Mechanical engineers (SOC 17-2141): national median pay $104,110 a year, 296,810 jobs in the US, +11.2% growth projected 2025–35, typical entry education: Bachelor's degree (BLS).
Everything about this profession →Tennessee guide
3 open private-sector listings from 2 employers on Jobs Private USA today (updated several times a day).
The median is $99,550 a year; entry level (10th percentile) $64,150 and top (90th) $156,150 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).