How much does an R&D Engineer make in Chattanooga, TN? The average R&D Engineer salary in Chattanooga, TN is $112,345 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $99,553 and $126,866. 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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R&D Engineer

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Job Openings for R&D Engineer in Chattanooga, TN
American Equipment HR LLC - POCA , WV
Description. Kanawha Scales & Systems. a division of American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading Industrial Weighing solutions providers in the United St
- 1 day ago
The Middlesex Corporation - WEST HAVEN , CT
The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded
- 1 day ago
The Middlesex Corporation - TAMPA , FL
The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded
- 1 day ago
Logistic Services Int. - JACKSONVILLE , FL
Req ID. 416. Job Title. PROJECT ENGINEER. Location. Jacksonville, FL, US 32201. Job Type. Full-Time. Education. Bachelor's Degree. Travel. Up to 25%. Security C
- 1 day ago
Logistic Services Int. - JACKSONVILLE , FL
Req ID. 412. Job Title. PROJECT ENGINEER. Location. Jacksonville, FL, US 32201. Job Type. Full-Time. Education. Bachelor's Degree. Travel. Up to 25%. Security C
- 1 day ago
The Middlesex Corporation - TAMPA , FL
The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded
- 1 day ago

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99553
126866
112345

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Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
104377
136308
118626
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of R&D Engineer in Chattanooga, TN. The base salary for R&D Engineer ranges from $99,553 to $126,866 with the average base salary of $112,345. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,377 to $136,308 with the average total cash compensation of $118,626.

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About Chattanooga, Tennessee    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are....More

Chattanooga, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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