What is the median salary for Mechanical Engineer in Wellington?

The median salary for Mechanical Engineer in Wellington is NZD 100,000 - NZD 130,000 per year.

How does the Mechanical Engineer salary in Wellington compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Mechanical Engineer in New Zealand is NZD 85,000 - NZD 108,750, while in Wellington it is NZD 100,000 - NZD 130,000.

Top companies hiring Mechanical Engineer in Wellington include Stantec, Stantec Consulting International Ltd..

Based on 167 job listings - Wellington, New Zealand 2026

Average salary

$100,000 - $130,000

Median salary

$100,000 - $130,000

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Wellington

Average salary

100,000 - 130,000

Median salary

100,000 - 130,000

167 job openings

New Zealand

Average salary

85,000 - 108,750

Median salary

85,000 - 108,750

1,857 job openings

Auckland586 job openings

Christchurch327 job openings

Hamilton118 job openings

Tauranga71 job openings

Waikato60 job openings

Queenstown56 job openings

Dunedin33 job openings

Hastings26 job openings

Southland20 job openings

Mechanical Engineer

167 job openings in Wellington

The average salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Wellington, New Zealand is NZD 100,000 - NZD 130,000 per year in 2026, based on 167 job listings.

Leading employers for Mechanical Engineer roles in New Zealand include Stantec, Stantec Consulting International Ltd..

Explore 167 Mechanical Engineer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.