Principal Engineer Salary in Fort Wayne, Indiana

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How much does a Principal Engineer make in Fort Wayne, IN? The average Principal Engineer salary in Fort Wayne, IN is $157,147 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $143,538 and $171,881. 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. 

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Principal Engineer
Southern Search - Birmingham , AL
Principal Engineer - Birmingham, AL Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 plus bonus and potential ownership My client is an ENR Top 300 Engineering firm is ready to speak with you! About the Role: We're ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Principal Engineer
DPI Labs, Inc. - La Verne , CA
This position is responsible for guiding engineering department activities to design new products, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and develop test procedures. DUTIES AND ...
iHire - 11 days ago
Principal Sales Engineer
Energi People - San Francisco County , CA
Principal Sales Engineer Denver, CO or San Francisco, CA up to $250K Are you wanting to join a dynamic, inclusive and revolutionary industry leading workforce? A reputable Data Center company owning ...
LinkedIn - 1 day ago
PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER - 13907 - MBSE with Security Clearance
Advanced Software Design - Boulder , CO
BQs for a Principal Systems Engineer: • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or ...
Dice.com / Clearancejobs.com - 16 days ago
Principal Backend Compiler Engineer
Mulya Technologies - Mundelein , IL
California / Bangalore Principal /Senior Staff / Staff Backend Compiler Engineer Bangalore Founded in 2023,by Industry veterans HQ in California,US * We are revolutionizing sustainable AI compute ...
LinkedIn - 16 days ago
Principal Communication Systems Engineer
EVONA - Denver , CO
Principal Communication Systems Engineer Denver, CO Our exciting Space client in the Denver area are looking for a Principal Communication Systems Engineer to work across cutting-edge Communication ...
LinkedIn - 23 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Engineer in Fort Wayne, IN. The base salary for Principal Engineer ranges from $143,538 to $171,881 with the average base salary of $157,147. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $153,628 to $188,611 with the average total cash compensation of $169,949.

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About Fort Wayne, Indiana    Fort Wayne is a city in the U.S. state of Indiana and the seat of Allen County, United States. Located in northeastern Indiana, the city is 18 miles (....More

Fort Wayne, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

Principal Engineer Salary in popular cities: Indianapolis, Evansville, South Bend

Skills associated with Principal Engineer: Design, 3Scale

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