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Control & Instrument Engineer III Salary in the United States

How much does a Control & Instrument Engineer III make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Control & Instrument Engineer III in the United States is $122,152 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

However, a Control & Instrument Engineer III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,945
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,492 to $131,989
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,608
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Control & Instrument Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $131,989 $10,999 $2,538 $63
Average $122,152 $10,179 $2,349 $59
25th Percentile $113,492 $9,458 $2,183 $55
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Key Factors That Influence Control & Instrument Engineer III Salaries

A Control & Instrument Engineer III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Control & Instrument Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Control & Instrument Engineer III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Control & Instrument Engineer I (0-2 years): $92,533
  • Control & Instrument Engineer II (2-4 years): $107,460
  • Control & Instrument Engineer III (4-7 years): $122,152
  • Control & Instrument Engineer IV (7+ years): $149,425
  • Control & Instrument Engineer V (7-10 years): $164,418
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Control & Instrument Engineer I0-2 years$92,533
Control & Instrument Engineer II2-4 years$107,460
Control & Instrument Engineer III4-7 years$122,152
Control & Instrument Engineer IV7+ years$149,425
Control & Instrument Engineer V7-10 years$164,418
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Top Paying Cities for Control & Instrument Engineer IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $154,070
  • San Francisco: $152,383
  • Oakland: $149,172

What Skills Can Increase a Control & Instrument Engineer III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 8.55% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • System Requirements (Mentioned in 3.55% Job Postings): System requirements is a statement that identifies the functionality that is needed by a system in order to satisfy the customer's requirements. System requirements are a broad and also narrow subject that could be implemented to many items.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 1.84% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
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Analysis 8.55%
System Requirements 3.55%
Computer Science 1.84%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Control & Instrument Engineer III's salary.
  • Tableau: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Machine Learning: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Tableau
 $136,810
12%
Flexibility and Adaptability
 $129,481
6%
Machine Learning
 $129,481
6%
Emotional Intelligence
 $128,260
5%
Deep Learning
 $128,260
5%
Algorithms
 $128,260
5%
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Control & Instrument Engineer III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Control & Instrument Engineer III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $136,951. While startup companies pay approximate $115,936.

Control & Instrument Engineer III Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$115,936
Growth Stage51~500$122,581
Established501~5000$132,285
Enterprise5000+$136,951

Control & Instrument Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Control & Instrument Engineer III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$113,492
Average $122,152/year
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Average $10,179/month
$10,999
$2,183
Average $2,349/week
$2,538
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Average $59/hour
$63
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $131,989 $10,999 $2,538 $63
Average $122,152 $10,179 $2,349 $59
25th Percentile $113,492 $9,458 $2,183 $55

Control & Instrument Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Control & Instrument Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Control & Instrument Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $149,425 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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Salary Trends for Control & Instrument Engineer III

Salaries for a Control & Instrument Engineer III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $111,801 in 2023 to around $110,033 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Control & Instrument Engineer III salary trends, .

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FAQ about Control & Instrument Engineer III

1. Where can a Control & Instrument Engineer III earn the most?

A Control & Instrument Engineer III's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Control & Instrument Engineer III earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Control & Instrument Engineer III is $154,070.

2. What is the highest pay for Control & Instrument Engineer III?

The highest pay for Control & Instrument Engineer III is $140,945.

3. What is the lowest pay for Control & Instrument Engineer III?

The lowest pay for Control & Instrument Engineer III is $105,608.

4. What are the responsibilities of Control & Instrument Engineer III?

Designs, installs, optimizes, and adapts electronic control systems and instruments to automate and monitor industrial processes. Develops technical designs, process diagrams, SCADA block diagrams, and control schematics to implement automation controls. Configures systems using PLC and HMI techniques. Models, tests, and measures output and data to analyze performance or quality issues and develop solutions. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a manager. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience.

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