Commissioning Engineer Trainee Salary in the United States

How much does a Commissioning Engineer Trainee make?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Commissioning Engineer Trainee in the United States is $73,465 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,353
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,330 to $79,164
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,655
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Commissioning Engineer Trainee Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $79,164 $6,597 $1,522 $38
Average $73,465 $6,122 $1,413 $35
25th Percentile $68,330 $5,694 $1,314 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Commissioning Engineer Trainee Salaries

A Commissioning Engineer Trainee'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 Commissioning Engineer Trainee Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Commissioning Engineer Trainee'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): $72,644
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $73,210
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,476
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,729
  • Expert (over 8 years): $74,898
Levels Salary
Entry Level Commissioning Engineer Trainee $72,644
Intermediate Level Commissioning Engineer Trainee $73,210
Senior Level Commissioning Engineer Trainee $74,476
Specialist Level Commissioning Engineer Trainee $74,729
Expert Level Commissioning Engineer Trainee $74,898
$72,644 0 yr
$73,210 < 2 yrs
$74,476 2-4 yrs
$74,729 5-8 yrs
$74,898 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Commissioning Engineer Trainee 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 Commissioning Engineer Trainees. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $81,032.
  • Massachusetts: $79,952.
  • New Jersey: $79,629

How Education impacts a Commissioning Engineer Trainee's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Commissioning Engineer Trainees enter the field with a Associate'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 a Commissioning Engineer Trainee with a Associate's Degree is between $72,637 and $76,872.

Commissioning Engineer Trainee Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Commissioning Engineer Trainee
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 0.8%
Associates 2.7%
Bachelors 71.6%
Masters 23.0%
Doctorate 1.6%
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Commissioning Engineer Trainee Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Commissioning Engineer Trainee'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.

Last Updated on November 01, 2025

Salary Trends for Commissioning Engineer Trainees

Salaries for a Commissioning Engineer Trainee can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $73,610 in 2023 to around $72,253 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Commissioning Engineer Trainee salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Commissioning Engineer Trainee Over Time

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2023
$73,610
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$72,694
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2023 $73,610
2024 $72,694
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Commissioning Engineer Trainee bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 65.2%
Bonuses 5.2%
Social Security 5.4%
401k/403b 3.0%
Disability 1.4%
Healthcare 7.3%
Pension 3.8%
Time Off 8.7%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $73,465 65.2%
Bonus $5,819 5.2%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $6,103 5.4%
401K/403B $3,351 3.0%
Disability $1,596 1.4%
Healthcare $8,229 7.3%
Pension $4,308 3.8%
Time Off $9,819 8.7%
Total Compensation $112,689 100%
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