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How much does a Design Engineer - Project Lead make in San Jose, CA? The average Design Engineer - Project Lead salary in San Jose, CA is $175,300 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $159,400 and $192,300. 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.

Design Engineer - Project Lead Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Design Engineer - Project Lead Salary $144,924 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Design Engineer - Project Lead Salary $159,400 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Design Engineer - Project Lead Salary $175,300 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Design Engineer - Project Lead Salary $192,300 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Design Engineer - Project Lead Salary $207,778 San Jose,CA March 26, 2024
25% $159,400 10% $144,924 90% $207,778 75% $192,300 $175,300 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Design Engineer - Project Lead may evaluate products, parts, or processes for cost efficiency and reliability and ensure project completion. Designs new products and makes improvements to existing products. Being a Design Engineer - Project Lead works with other members of the engineering staff to ensure that production is completed in a timely manner. May oversee the work of other design engineers. In addition, Design Engineer - Project Lead requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Working as a Design Engineer - Project Lead typically requires 7+ years of related experience. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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