Chief Engineer Salary in Charleston, West Virginia

Chief Engineer Salary in Charleston, WV

How much does a Chief Engineer make in Charleston, WV? The average Chief Engineer salary in Charleston, WV is $266,851 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $237,704 and $301,080. 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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10th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $211,166 Charleston,WV August 27, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $237,704 Charleston,WV August 27, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $266,851 Charleston,WV August 27, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $301,080 Charleston,WV August 27, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $332,244 Charleston,WV August 27, 2024
25% $237,704 10% $211,166 90% $332,244 75% $301,080 $266,851 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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CHIEF ENGINEER

Nexstar Media Group - Clarksburg, WV

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Assistant Manager /Chief Engineer

Advance Sourcing Concepts, LLC - Parkersburg, WV

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Executive, Deputy Chief Life Underwriter

USAA - COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

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USAA - COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

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What is a Chief Engineer ?

A chief engineer, commonly referred to as "ChEng" or "Chief", is the seniormost engine officer of an engine department on a ship, typically a merchant ship, and holds overall leadership and responsibility of that department. As a person who holds one of the most senior roles on the ship, he or she must have excellent communication and leadership skills. He or she will be expected to regularly work alongside other crew members and external consultants, and most importantly, provide guidance his or her team. To be a chief engineer, an engineer must attain a chief engineer's license appropriate ...

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Job Openings for Chief Engineer in Charleston, WV
  • Nexstar Media Group - Clarksburg, WV
    WBOY is looking for a Chief Engineer to join the team at north central West Virginia's top-rated TV station.  We focus on producing large market quality, w...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • Advance Sourcing Concepts, LLC - Parkersburg, WV
    This career is responsible for assisting the General Manager in planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the water and sanitary s...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • USAA - COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
    Why USAA. Responsible for leading a team in setting USAA Life Company underwriting policy in support of the Chief Life Underwriter and other senior executi...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • USAA - COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
    Why USAA. Responsible for leading a team in setting USAA Life Company underwriting policy in support of the Chief Life Underwriter and other senior executi...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • USAA - COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
    Why USAA. Responsible for leading a team in setting USAA Life Company underwriting policy in support of the Chief Life Underwriter and other senior executi...
    - 4 Days Ago

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    Top Division Engineering Executive


    Bachelor's Degree

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    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Base Salary

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237704
301080
266851

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
291868
407749
342175
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Engineer in Charleston, WV. The base salary for Chief Engineer ranges from $237,704 to $301,080 with the average base salary of $266,851. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $291,868 to $407,749 with the average total cash compensation of $342,175.

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About Charleston, West Virginia    Charleston is the most populous city in, and the capital of, the U.S. state of West Virginia. Located at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers,....More

Charleston, West Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

Chief Engineer Salary in popular cities: Huntington, Parkersburg, Morgantown

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