How much does a Computer-Aided Engineering Director make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Computer-Aided Engineering Director in the United States is $86 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $75 and $99. Hourly rate 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.

Computer-Aided Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Director Salary $64 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Director Salary $75 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Director Salary $86 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Director Salary $99 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Director Salary $111 US March 26, 2024
25% $75 10% $64 90% $111 75% $99 $86 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Computer-Aided Engineering Director provides expertise and technical leadershipfor benchmarking, concept design, prototype development, simulation, testing protocols, and optimization utilizing CAE design and analysis techniques and tools. Directs and oversees CAE technical and team capability to support product, component, or structure design. Being a Computer-Aided Engineering Director requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Develops and optimizes CAE methodology, including guidelines and standards, to increase design process efficiency. In addition, Computer-Aided Engineering Director typically reports to senior management. The Computer-Aided Engineering Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Working as a Computer-Aided Engineering Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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