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How much does a Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer in the United States is $75 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $69 and $83. 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.

Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer Salary $63 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer Salary $69 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer Salary $75 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer Salary $83 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer Salary $89 US March 26, 2024
25% $69 10% $63 90% $89 75% $83 $75 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer analyzes assembly, fabrication, machining, and other processes. Plans and designs manufacturing processes for a production facility. Being a Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer determines the parts, equipment, tools, and processes needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications. Maximizes efficiency by optimization of layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization. In addition, Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer directs time and cost analysis of processes. Requires a bachelor's degree of engineering. Typically reports to an executive or a manager. Being a Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in solution or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Working as a Principal/Expert Manufacturing Engineer typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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