As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Parcel Return Service, DC is $326,409, equivalent to $157 per hour, $6,277 weekly, or $27,201 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chief Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chief Engineer in Parcel Return Service, DC vary widely, spanning from $266,543 to $365,204. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($295,073) and 75th percentile ($346,716), while top earners (90th percentile) make $365,204 per year. This $51,643 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Housekeeping, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Parcel Return Service Chief Engineer often earn 0.5% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chief Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $266,543 Parcel Return Service, DC August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $295,073 Parcel Return Service, DC August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $326,409 Parcel Return Service, DC August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $346,716 Parcel Return Service, DC August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $365,204 Parcel Return Service, DC August 01, 2026
25% $295,073 10% $266,543 90% $365,204 75% $346,716 $326,409 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Engineer in Parcel Return Service, DC. The base salary for Chief Engineer ranges from $295,073 to $346,716 with the average base salary of $326,409. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $388,138 to $540,216 with the average total cash compensation of $453,949.

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