How much does a Chief Engineer make in Dunkirk, IN? The average Chief Engineer salary in Dunkirk, IN is $266,008 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $235,054 and $302,916. 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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Chief Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $206,873 Dunkirk,IN May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $235,054 Dunkirk,IN May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $266,008 Dunkirk,IN May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $302,916 Dunkirk,IN May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $336,519 Dunkirk,IN May 28, 2024
25% $235,054 10% $206,873 90% $336,519 75% $302,916 $266,008 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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    Top Division Engineering Executive


    Bachelor's Degree

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    Chief Engineer


    Bachelor's Degree

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302916
266008

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287800
406725
336855
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Engineer in Dunkirk, IN. The base salary for Chief Engineer ranges from $235,054 to $302,916 with the average base salary of $266,008. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $287,800 to $406,725 with the average total cash compensation of $336,855.

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About Dunkirk, Indiana    Dunkirk is located at 40°22′28″N 85°12′35″W / 40.37444°N 85.20972°W / 40.37444; -85.20972 (40.37, -85.21) and is primarily in Jay County, though th....More

Dunkirk, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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