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How much does an General Engineering Manager make in the United States? The average General Engineering Manager salary in the United States is $149,900 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $134,600 and $166,400. 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.

General Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile General Engineering Manager Salary $120,670 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile General Engineering Manager Salary $134,600 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile General Engineering Manager Salary $149,900 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile General Engineering Manager Salary $166,400 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile General Engineering Manager Salary $181,422 US March 26, 2024
25% $134,600 10% $120,670 90% $181,422 75% $166,400 $149,900 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The General Engineering Manager implements and maintains overall engineering objectives and initiatives. Manages all engineering activities within a department including design, development, production and testing. Being a General Engineering Manager leads and develops the engineering team. Confronts and solves performance/operational issues to improve development efficiency. In addition, General Engineering Manager oversees a robust project management process and delivery timelines to keep projects on schedule and on budget. Requires a bachelor's degree of engineering. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The General Engineering Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. Working as a General Engineering Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Engineer - Expert/Consultant

    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    General Engineering Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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