Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager Salary in California

How much does a Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager in California is $199,019 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $96.

However, a Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $219,739
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $185,337 to $209,865
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $172,881
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Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $209,865 $17,489 $4,036 $101
Average $199,019 $16,585 $3,827 $96
25th Percentile $185,337 $15,445 $3,564 $89
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Key Factors That Influence Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager Salaries

A Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager'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 Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager'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:

  • Metallurgical Engineer IV (7+ years): $133,192
  • Metallurgical Engineer V (7-10 years): $154,861
  • Metallurgical Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $142,392
  • Metallurgical Engineering Manager (10+ years): $162,012
  • Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $199,019
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Metallurgical Engineer IV7+ years$133,192
Metallurgical Engineer V7-10 years$154,861
Metallurgical Engineering Supervisor10+ years$142,392
Metallurgical Engineering Manager10+ years$162,012
Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager10+ years$199,019
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Top Paying Cities for Metallurgical Engineering Senior Managers

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:

  • Los Angeles: $199,362
  • West Hollywood: $199,217
  • Dodgertown: $199,360

Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $221,908. While startup companies pay approximate $187,768.

Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$187,768
Growth Stage51~500$198,553
Established501~5000$214,336
Enterprise5000+$221,908

Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager positions in Energy & Utilities or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$258,724$124.030%

Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Metallurgical Engineering Senior Manager'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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$185,337
Average $199,019/year
$209,865
$15,445
Average $16,585/month
$17,489
$3,564
Average $3,827/week
$4,036
$89
Average $96/hour
$101
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $209,865 $17,489 $4,036 $101
Average $199,019 $16,585 $3,827 $96
25th Percentile $185,337 $15,445 $3,564 $89

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