Mechanical Engineering graduate Salary

What’s the starting salary for a Mechanical Engineering graduate with a bachelor of technology degree in mechanical engineering and’s majored in plant maintenance?

The starting salary for a Mechanical Engineering graduate (B.Tech) with a major in plant maintenance depends heavily on the country, industry, and company size. Here’s a breakdown for common regions:

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United States

• Starting Salary: $65,000 – $75,000/year
• Industries: Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Automotive, Power Generation, Chemical Plants
• Top States: Texas, California, Ohio, Michigan

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India

• Starting Salary: ₹3.0 – ₹5.5 LPA (Lakhs Per Annum)
• Higher-end: ₹6–8 LPA in MNCs or PSUs (e.g., BHEL, NTPC, ONGC)
• Sectors: Steel plants, thermal power, cement, and FMCG manufacturing units

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United Kingdom

• Starting Salary: £27,000 – £33,000/year
• Often labeled as “Graduate Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance”

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Canada

• Starting Salary: CAD 55,000 – CAD 65,000/year
• Good prospects in Alberta (energy) and Ontario (manufacturing)

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Plant Maintenance Focus Advantage

Plant maintenance specialization gives an edge for roles like:

• Maintenance Engineer
• Reliability Engineer
• Mechanical Maintenance Planner
• Asset Integrity Engineer

These roles are in demand in heavy industries and often come with:

• Shift bonuses
• On-call allowances
• Fast-tracked promotions for high-performance in O&M (operations and maintenance) roles