Research Associate III (mechanical Engineering) visa sponsorship salary
Across 2 certified work-visa filings, the median wage for Research Associate III (mechanical Engineering) is $91,052. The middle half of filings fall between $88,936 and $93,169, and the top decile begins at $94,438. Classified under SOC 17-2141.00 (Mechanical Engineers).
This is one of many job titles filed under Mechanical Engineers. That page pools every variant, so its figures rest on far more filings than this one.
- Median
- $91,052
- 25th pct
- $88,936
- 75th pct
- $93,169
- 90th pct
- $94,438
- Filings
- 2
Who pays what for Research Associate III (mechanical Engineering)
Ranked by number of certified filings
| Employer | Filings | 25th | Median | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Delaware | 2 | $88,936 | $91,052 | $93,169 |
Individual filings
Most recent certified determinations
| Employer | Location | Wage | Level | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Delaware | Newark, DE | $95,285 | III | Jul 24, 2025 |
| University of Delaware | Newark, DE | $86,819 | III | Jul 16, 2025 |
Prevailing wage levels I through IV reflect the experience and responsibility the employer attested to, not seniority titles. A level I filing is an entry-level determination; level IV is fully competent and independent. Comparing across levels explains much of the spread between the 25th and 90th percentile above.