Mechanical Engineer Salary in Nigeria

The purpose of this article is to reveal mechanical engineers' salaries in Nigeria.

Before, I began discussing how much a a mechanical engineer would earn in Nigeria, it is important to know who is a mechanical engineer or what is mechanical engineering.

Mechanical Engineering

Look around the world we are. The advancement the world has achieved so far is mind-blowing. Technological innovations have continued to help simplify life.

We are all beneficiaries of mechanical innovations like our refrigerators, vehicles, clocks, washing machine, wheelbarrows and many more.

Mechanical engineers are therefore experts who understand the concepts of mathematics, material science, physics, and economics to the design, manufacture, and maintenance of mechanical systems.

Major factors that Influence Mechanical Engineer Salary in Nigeria

Mechanical engineer salary in Nigeria is influenced by various factors. Among these factors includes;

1.     Place of Employment

2.     Educational qualification

3.     Years of Experience

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Nigeria According to their Place of Employments

The salary of a mechanical engineer in Nigeria is significantly influenced by their place of employment.

Mechanical engineers in Nigeria are highly employable. They are employed by several industries. We can, therefore, provide to you, only a glance at some of their employment opportunities and how much they earn.

Some employment opportunities available for mechanical engineering graduates include;

·        Oil and gas companies

·        Engineering consulting firms

·        Construction companies

·        Manufacturing companies

·        Tertiary institution

·        Secondary schools

See below summary data of mechanical engineering salaries in Nigeria according to their place of employment.

Place of Employment	Monthly Mechanical  Engineers Salaries	Annual Mechanical Engineers Salaries
Oil and gas companies	N500, 000 to N1, 500, 000	N6, 000, 000 to N36, 000, 000
Engineering consulting firms	N140, 000 to N200, 000	N1, 680, 000 to N2, 400, 000
Government agencies	N190, 000 to N500, 000	N2, 280, 000 to N9, 600, 000
Construction companies	N200, 000 to N800, 000	N2, 400, 000 to N9, 600, 000
Manufacturing companies	N200, 000 to N800, 000	N2, 400, 000 to N9, 600, 000
Energy companies	N400, 000 to N1, 000, 000	N4, 800, 000 to N12, 000, 000
Tertiary institutions	N120, 000 to N500, 000	N1, 440, 000 to N6, 000, 000
Secondary schools	N30, 000 to N80, 000	N360, 000 to N960, 000

Mechanical Engineering Graduates’ Salaries in Nigeria according to Educational Qualification

See summary data of mechanical engineers’ salaries in Nigeria;

Educational Qualifications	Monthly Mechanical Engineer Salary	Annual Mechanical Engineer Salary
Fresh Graduates	N400, 000 to N700, 000	N4, 800, 000 to N8, 400, 000
Master’s Degree Holders	N500, 000 to N800, 000	N6, 000, 000 to N9, 600, 000
Ph.D. Holders	N700, 000 to N1, 500, 000, 000	N8, 400, 000 to N18, 000, 000

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Nigeria According to Experience

Mechanical engineer’ salaries in Nigeria are also influenced by their years of experience.

See summary data below of mechanical engineers’ salaries in Nigeria according to their years of experience

Years of Experience	Low end Salary	High End Salary
<5	N400, 000	N700, 000
<10	N500, 000	N1500, 000
>10	N800, 000	N2, 500, 000

Top Industries |Place of Employment for Mechanical Engineers in Nigeria for High Salary

·        Oil and gas companies

·        Manufacturing companies

·        Energy

·        Government agencies

·        Tertiary institution

Skills Required of a Mechanical Engineer in Nigeria

The following qualities are required to become successful in mechanical engineer in Nigeria;

·        Problem-solving skill

·        Must be creative

·        Must be a computer literate

·        Strong numeracy skill

·        Ability to work independently

·        Technical skills

·        Project management skill

·        Time management skill

·        Ability to work as a team

Note: The salary provided above may vary considerably based on the sizes of establishments and the States in Nigeria. Therefore, the above salary structure is provided just to act as a guide.