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Mechanical Engineers in Torrance, CA: H-1B salaries
146 labor condition applications for this occupation with a work site in Torrance, CA. Median offered base salary $135,000; middle half $115,000–$155,000.
By wage level
| Wage level | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Level I (entry) | $83,442 |
| Level II (qualified) | $108,500 |
| Level III (experienced) | $137,840 |
| Level IV (fully competent) | $172,360 |
The Department of Labor sets four prevailing wage levels for each occupation and area, from Level I (entry) to Level IV (fully competent). The employer picks the level that matches the job's requirements.
Employers
Job titles
- Mechanical Engineer10
- Mechanical Design Engineer5
- Project Engineer3
- Design Engineer I2
- Senior Engineer, CAE2
- Battery Design & Release Engineer2
- Exterior Systems Engineer2
- Testing Engineer2
- Lead Compliance Engineer2
- Lead Engineer, CAE2
- Senior Thermal Controls Engineer2
- Electric Vehicle Development and Inspection Engineer2
- Sr. Vehicle Integration Engineer2
- CAE Engineer2
- Electrical Controls Engineer2
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Salaries are the lower end of the wage offered on each application, converted to a yearly amount; statistics use certified full-time applications only. An LCA is not a visa approval and one LCA can cover several positions. Source: U.S. Department of Labor, OFLC LCA Disclosure Data, fiscal years 2023–2026 (latest decision Jun 30, 2026).