Principal Engineer Salary in Reading, Pennsylvania

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How much does a Principal Engineer make in Reading, PA? The average Principal Engineer salary in Reading, PA is $167,094 as of May 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $152,623 and $182,759. 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 I
SPECTRUM - GREENWOOD VILLAGE , CO
Are you looking to grow your Engineering career at a leading telecom company. Are you capable of leading a team that impact the platforms and technologies of mi
- Today
Principal Engineer I - OSP Technology
SPECTRUM - ENGLEWOOD , CO
Spectrum's Product and Technology team creates, develops, and operates the nation's fastest mobile service, most reliable internet service, most viewed live TV
- Today
Principal Engineer I - PON Architecture
SPECTRUM - ENGLEWOOD , CO
This posting has been extended beyond the initial anticipated close date. The Principal Engineer I for PON Architecture will be responsible for engineering acti
- Today
Principal Engineer I - Lab Architecture Services team
SPECTRUM - ENGLEWOOD , CO
Spectrum's Product and Technology team creates, develops, and operates the nation's fastest mobile service, most reliable internet service, most viewed live TV
- Today
Principal Engineer - Database Engineering
Target - BROOKLYN PARK , MN
The pay range is $163,000.00 - $294,000.00. Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may
- 4 days ago
Principal Engineer with Security Clearance
OPS Consulting, LLC - LAUREL , MD
OPS Consulting is seeking a Principal Engineer to work in Laurel, Maryland. Job Description: The Principal Engineer (PE) will provide oversight to tactical engi
- 1 day 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 Reading, PA. The base salary for Principal Engineer ranges from $152,623 to $182,759 with the average base salary of $167,094. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $163,352 to $200,550 with the average total cash compensation of $180,706.

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About Reading, Pennsylvania    Reading (/ˈrɛdɪŋ/ RED-ing; Pennsylvania German: Reddin) is a city in and the county seat of Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. With a populati....More

Reading, Pennsylvania  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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