Okay, let’s tackle this. So Tom has a mix of manufacturing and engineering skills. He’s in Granger, IN, which is a mid-sized manufacturing hub. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for manufacturing engineers in the Midwest is around $45. However, considering his skills in Solidworks and Lean manufacturing, which are in demand, I’d estimate his rate to be on the higher side of that range. Maybe around $75 per hour, considering the average rate for manufacturing professionals with similar skills in the region.