Engineering Does a Mechanical Engineer Need an MS or PhD to Earn $80,000+?

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Earning a salary of $80,000 or more in the mechanical engineering field does not necessarily require a master's or doctoral degree. Many professionals achieve this income level through extensive overtime, as one participant shared their experience working seven days a week at a company that offers overtime pay. Additionally, consistent salary increases over time can contribute to reaching this salary threshold. Some individuals may also find high-paying employers that offer competitive salaries without needing advanced degrees. However, working long hours can be challenging, and prior work experience may play a role in securing such positions.
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Hello Everyone,


I am beginning the coursework enroute to a BS in Mechanical Engineering. I would like to know if anyone can help me with a question about the profession.

To get to the $80,000 salary and above mark, does one need to earn atleast a MS or PhD?




Thank You
 
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You don't need a MS or PhD to earn 80k plus a degree.

You can do that by working tons of overtime. I'm doing that this year by working 7 days a week at a company that pays overtime.

You can earn 80k a year after a number through yearly salary increases.

Or you can get lucky and work for an employer that pays a lot.
 
bigtrees said:
You can do that by working tons of overtime. I'm doing that this year by working 7 days a week at a company that pays overtime.

7 days working is not easy :) . Do you also have work experience of many years ?
 

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