Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment Salary in the United States

How much does an Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment in the United States is $131,015 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, an Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,639
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,112 to $138,670
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,738
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Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $138,670 $11,556 $2,667 $67
Average $131,015 $10,918 $2,520 $63
25th Percentile $125,112 $10,426 $2,406 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment Salaries

An Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment'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 Do Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment 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 Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipments. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $145,060.
  • California: $144,510.
  • Massachusetts: $142,584.

Top Paying Cities for Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipments

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $165,249
  • San Francisco: $163,440
  • Oakland: $159,996

What Skills Can Increase an Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.43% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • CAD (Mentioned in 3.51% Job Postings): Computer-aided design is the use of computers to aid in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimization of a design. This software is used to increase the productivity of the designer
  • Manufacturing Equipment (Mentioned in 2.34% Job Postings): Operating, maintaining, and validating various equipment to support manufacturing processes and drive overall productivity and efficiency.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.43%
CAD 3.51%
Manufacturing Equipment 2.34%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment's salary.
  • Change Control: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Make To Order: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Teamwork: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Change Control
 $151,977
16%
Make To Order
 $151,977
16%
Teamwork
 $146,737
12%
Equipment Engineering
 $145,427
11%
Problem Solving
 $144,117
10%
Prioritization
 $141,496
8%
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How Education impacts an Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipments 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 Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment with a Bachelor's Degree is between $126,221 and $134,024).

Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.3%
High School 56.5%
Associates 4.3%
Bachelors 56.5%
Masters 39.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment'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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$125,112
Average $131,015/year
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Average $10,918/month
$11,556
$2,406
Average $2,520/week
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Average $63/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $138,670 $11,556 $2,667 $67
Average $131,015 $10,918 $2,520 $63
25th Percentile $125,112 $10,426 $2,406 $60

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Salary Trends for Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment

Salaries for an Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $126,026 in 2023 to around $123,685 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Engineer, Lead/Master - Equipment salary trends, .

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