As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for an Engineering Supervisor in the United States is $41, which translates to an annual salary of about $85,953.
However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:
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An Engineering Supervisor'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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Engineering Supervisor'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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Engineer V | 7-10 years | $161,832 |
| Engineer VI | 10-12 years | $187,046 |
| Engineering Supervisor | 12+ years | $85,953 |
| Engineering Senior Supervisor | 12+ years | $128,332 |
| Engineering Manager | 12+ years | $156,227 |
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Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Engineering Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Engineering Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $96,138. While startup companies pay approximate $81,304.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $81,304 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $85,991 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $92,839 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $96,138 |
For Engineering Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Engineering Supervisor positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Engineering Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | $111,739 | $54.0 | 30% |
| Energy & Utilities | $107,441 | $52.0 | 25% |
| Healthcare | $107,441 | $52.0 | 25% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $103,144 | $50.0 | 20% |
| Insurance | $98,846 | $48.0 | 15% |
Understanding how an Engineering Supervisor'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.
Last Updated on July 01, 2026
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The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Engineering Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.
Utilizes engineering methodologies, principles, and tools to develop or improve technical products, systems, or processes that meet specified requirements and standards. Identifies and recommends materials and processes to ensure product quality, performance, and manufacturability. Utilizes CAD software and engineering methodologies to create blueprints, drawings, or models and communicate designs and specifications to stakeholders. Oversees requirement gathering and documentation to ensure specifications are understood and captured. Develops prototype testing to evaluate the performance and reliability of designs, collect feedback, and draw meaningful insight for product improvements. Ensures detailed documentation of test results, processes, and specifications for future needs. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision.
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