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.
Provides expert consultation in one or more areas for the design, development and implementation of technical products and systems. Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research. Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures. Has extensive engineering knowledge and is considered an expert in one or mo... View job details
Provides expert judgment and analysis for the design, development and implementation of technical products and systems. Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research. Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures. Has extensive engineering knowledge and is considered an expert in one or more engineeri... View job details
Typically performs multiple engineering-related tasks in various assignments within the organization. Oversees the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems. Has broad knowledge of engineering procedures and assists in the resolution of complex problems. May guide and train less experienced engineers. Requires a bachelor's degree of eng... View job details
Provides expert judgment and analysis for the design, development and implementation of technical products and systems. Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research. Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures. Has extensive engineering knowledge and is considered an expert in one or more engineeri... View job details
Provides expert consultation in one or more areas for the design, development and implementation of technical products and systems. Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research. Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures. Has extensive engineering knowledge and is considered an expert in one or mo... View job details
