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How much does an Technical Engineer I make in San Diego, CA? The average Technical Engineer I salary in San Diego, CA is $81,520 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $75,860 and $89,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Technical Engineer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Technical Engineer I Salary $70,707 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Technical Engineer I Salary $75,860 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Technical Engineer I Salary $81,520 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Technical Engineer I Salary $89,600 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Technical Engineer I Salary $96,956 San Diego,CA May 28, 2024
25% $75,860 10% $70,707 90% $96,956 75% $89,600 $81,520 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Technical Engineer I performs simple and routine engineering design tasks with standard techniques. Assists in design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems. Being a Technical Engineer I requires a bachelor's degree of engineering. Assists more senior engineers in the preparation of plans, designs, computation methods and reports. In addition, Technical Engineer I typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Technical Engineer I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Technical Engineer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Technical Engineer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Intermediate Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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