Assistant Commissioning Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Commissioning Engineer make in the United States? (2025)

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for an Assistant Commissioning Engineer in the United States is $90,548 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, an Assistant Commissioning Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,782
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,022 to $98,522
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,990
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Assistant Commissioning Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $98,522 $8,210 $1,895 $47
Average $90,548 $7,546 $1,741 $44
25th Percentile $85,022 $7,085 $1,635 $41
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Commissioning Engineer Salaries

An Assistant Commissioning Engineer'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Commissioning Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Commissioning Engineer'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $87,120
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $87,281
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,444
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,521
  • Expert (over 8 years): $92,741
Levels Salary
Entry Level Assistant Commissioning Engineer $87,120
Intermediate Level Assistant Commissioning Engineer $87,281
Senior Level Assistant Commissioning Engineer $89,444
Specialist Level Assistant Commissioning Engineer $92,521
Expert Level Assistant Commissioning Engineer $92,741
$87,120 0 yr
$87,281 < 2 yrs
$89,444 2-4 yrs
$92,521 5-8 yrs
$92,741 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant Commissioning Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Assistant Commissioning Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $99,875.
  • Massachusetts: $98,544.
  • New Jersey: $98,145

How Education impacts an Assistant Commissioning Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Commissioning Engineers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Commissioning Engineer with a Bachelor's Degree is between $84,727 and $88,565.

Assistant Commissioning Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Assistant Commissioning Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 5.5%
Associates 3.6%
Bachelors 58.1%
Masters 31.7%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Assistant Commissioning Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Commissioning Engineer'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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$85,022
Average $90,548/year
$98,522
$7,085
Average $7,546/month
$8,210
$1,635
Average $1,741/week
$1,895
$41
Average $44/hour
$47
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $98,522 $8,210 $1,895 $47
Average $90,548 $7,546 $1,741 $44
25th Percentile $85,022 $7,085 $1,635 $41

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Salary Trends for Assistant Commissioning Engineers

Salaries for an Assistant Commissioning Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $83,665 in 2023 to around $83,476 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Commissioning Engineer salary trends, .

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Assistant Commissioning Engineer bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 69.1%
Bonuses 2.0%
Social Security 5.4%
401k/403b 3.0%
Disability 1.4%
Healthcare 6.4%
Pension 3.8%
Time Off 8.8%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $90,548 69.1%
Bonus $2,642 2.0%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $7,136 5.4%
401K/403B $3,918 3.0%
Disability $1,866 1.4%
Healthcare $8,332 6.4%
Pension $5,037 3.8%
Time Off $11,481 8.8%
Total Compensation $130,960 100%
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