Okay, let’s tackle this. So Matt Buss has been working as a mechanical designer for 49 years, which is extremely long-term experience. His role at Tri-Tec Manufacturing LLC is also a well-established company. Mechanical designers with similar experience and in similar industries can earn around $50-$100 per hour. Considering his extensive experience, I would estimate his hourly rate to be on the lower end of this range, around $75 per hour.