Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does the average Engineer make in the United States?


The average salary for an Engineer in the United States is between $70,450 and $177,770 as of April 24, 2024. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the actual Engineer position you are looking for. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

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What is an Engineer?

An engineer applies principles of mathematics and science to analyze, research, design, and develop technical products and systems. Engineers create new devices and products and solve technical issues. Engineers incorporate the limitations of cost, safety, and regulations into designs. They continuously research and study new technologies to apply to designs. More experienced engineers may manage other engineers or oversee technical project management processes and timelines to ensure that solutions are delivered schedule and on budget.


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What degree or educational requirements does an engineer need?

Engineers typically require a minimum of a bachelor's degree in an engineering disciple like mechanical, chemical, or electrical. Courses in advanced mathematics and science are required. A master's degree or Ph.D. is generally preferred or required for higher level positions. Many universities offer cooperative education or internship programs to provide hands-on experience.

What are the best schools offering engineering programs?

Some universities with strong engineering programs are Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Stanford University, University of California-Berkeley, California Institute of Technology, Georgia Institute of Technology, Carnegie Mellon University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Cornell University, Purdue University.

Are engineers in demand?

According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook (BLS), employment of engineers, in general, is projected to grow between 5 to 11 percent from 2016 to 2026, depending on the engineering specialization. For example, the employment of civil engineers is projected to grow 11 percent and employment of computer hardware engineers is projected to grow 5 percent during the same period. This is due to changes in the industries requiring these skills.

What jobs are similar to or related to an engineer?

There are numerous engineering specialties. Some of them are environmental, electrical , mechanical, chemical, civil, software, materials, process, robotics, biomedical, industrial, nuclear, and manufacturing. Engineering jobs are found in many differnt industries and sectors of the economy.

Where can I find more information about engineer training and career opportunities?

American Society for Engineering Education
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What is the working environment for an engineer?

Engineers usually work in an office setting. They may also spend considerable time in a lab setting, where they test designs and prototypes. Visits to facilities where equipment may be installed or manufactured are common as well.

Engineer Jobs

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Design/Project Engineer ($110K-$120K, 5+ yrs Mechanical Eng. Exp. Req)
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Design/Project Engineer (5+ yrs. Mechanical Eng. Exp. Req.) Location: East of Hartford, CT Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 + Benefits Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401K w ...
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Mechanical Engineer- Hydraulics Summary of Job Description: The ME will work in conjunction with the overall engineering team to design and manufacture a tractor-trailer-based transporter/delivery ...
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Controls Engineer
Acro Service Corporation - Warren , MI
We are seeking a Controls Engineer to join the company, a premier supplier, in Warren, MI USA 48093 While working in this clean, and climate-controlled facility you will have the opportunity to be ...
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Systems Engineer (TS/SCI Required) Springfield, VA
ALTA IT Services - Springfield , VA
Systems Engineer TS/SCI with the ability to obtain CI Poly Springfield, VA As a Systems Engineer, Senior you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on TS/SCI cleared ...
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