What are the main factors that influence a Chassis Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Chassis Engineer's salary?

A Chassis Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $87,966 for beginners, reaching about $89,621 at mid-level, and approach $95,354 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Chassis Engineer?

Chassis Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chassis Engineer roles are District of Columbia $98,225, California $97,852, Massachusetts $96,548. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chassis Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Chassis Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Localization Engineer: $84,134; Locomotive Engineer: $80,398; Automobile Chassis Engineer: $77,237; Airport Engineer: $72,239; Assistant Manager, Supplier Quality - Chassis/Electrical Systems: $70,622.

Chassis Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chassis Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chassis Engineer in Delaware is $89,841 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,603
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,900 to $98,615
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,671

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Chassis Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,615	$8,218	$1,896	$47
Average	$89,841	$7,487	$1,728	$43
25th Percentile	$81,900	$6,825	$1,575	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Chassis Engineer Salaries

A Chassis 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Chassis Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chassis 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): $87,966
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,187
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,621
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $93,937
Expert (over 8 years): $95,354

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Chassis Engineer	$87,966
Intermediate Level Chassis Engineer	$88,187
Senior Level Chassis Engineer	$89,621
Specialist Level Chassis Engineer	$93,937
Expert Level Chassis Engineer	$95,354

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How Do Chassis 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 Chassis Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $98,225.
California: $97,852.
Massachusetts: $96,548.

District of Columbia $98,225 California $97,852 Massachusetts $96,548 Washington $96,193 New Jersey $96,158 Alaska $96,033 Connecticut $94,809 New York $94,312

Hawaii $92,724 Rhode Island $91,979 Maryland $91,473 Minnesota $90,781 Colorado $90,515 Illinois $90,427 Oregon $90,089 Delaware $89,841

New Hampshire $89,685 Virginia $89,335 Pennsylvania $88,315 Nevada $87,801 North Dakota $87,632 Michigan $87,366 Wisconsin $87,268 Vermont $87,073

Texas $86,532 Maine $86,497 Arizona $86,443 Ohio $86,381 Georgia $85,565 Indiana $85,157 Wyoming $85,077 Utah $84,953

Iowa $84,900 Kansas $84,474 Louisiana $84,350 North Carolina $84,305 Missouri $84,288 Florida $83,942 Montana $83,755 Nebraska $83,578

Kentucky $83,480 South Carolina $83,125 Tennessee $82,904 Idaho $82,815 New Mexico $82,167 Oklahoma $82,025 Alabama $81,502 South Dakota $80,624

Arkansas $80,145 West Virginia $79,887 Mississippi $79,116

Top Paying Cities for Chassis Engineers

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:

Lincoln: $92,982
Little Creek: $92,121
Magnolia: $92,503

Lincoln, DE $92,982 Little Creek, DE $92,121 Magnolia, DE $92,503 Milford, DE $92,982 Marydel, DE $91,775 Millsboro, DE $92,982 Millville, DE $93,603 Milton, DE $92,982

Nassau, DE $92,982 Ocean View, DE $93,603 Rehoboth Beach, DE $93,603 Seaford, DE $92,006 Selbyville, DE $93,603 Smyrna, DE $91,669 Viola, DE $92,503 Woodside, DE $92,236

Bear, DE $90,994 Newark, DE $91,030 Claymont, DE $91,101 Delaware City, DE $91,030 Hockessin, DE $91,101 Kirkwood, DE $91,030 Middletown, DE $91,482 Montchanin, DE $91,101

New Castle, DE $91,101 Odessa, DE $91,606 Port Penn, DE $90,781 Rockland, DE $91,101 Saint Georges, DE $91,030 Townsend, DE $91,473 Winterthur, DE $91,101 Lewes, DE $92,982

Wilmington, DE $91,101 Dover, DE $92,077 Dover Afb, DE $92,290 Bethany Beach, DE $93,603 Bethel, DE $92,006 Bridgeville, DE $92,982 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,174 Cheswold, DE $91,864

Clayton, DE $91,633 Dagsboro, DE $93,603 Delmar, DE $92,006 Ellendale, DE $92,982 Felton, DE $92,982 Fenwick Island, DE $93,603 Frankford, DE $93,603 Frederica, DE $92,982

Georgetown, DE $92,982 Greenwood, DE $92,982 Harbeson, DE $92,982 Harrington, DE $92,982 Hartly, DE $91,589 Houston, DE $92,982 Kenton, DE $91,633 Laurel, DE $92,006

Yorklyn, DE $91,101

Chassis Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chassis 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$81,900

Average $89,841/year

$98,615

$6,825

Average $7,487/month

$8,218

$1,575

Average $1,728/week

$1,896

$39

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,615	$8,218	$1,896	$47
Average	$89,841	$7,487	$1,728	$43
25th Percentile	$81,900	$6,825	$1,575	$39

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