Chief Engineer Salary in Portland, Oregon

Chief Engineer Salary in Portland, OR

How much does a Chief Engineer make in Portland, OR? The average Chief Engineer salary in Portland, OR is $301,283 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $266,225 and $343,086. 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 $234,306 Portland,OR May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $266,225 Portland,OR May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $301,283 Portland,OR May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $343,086 Portland,OR May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $381,145 Portland,OR May 28, 2024
25% $266,225 10% $234,306 90% $381,145 75% $343,086 $301,283 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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  • Kennedy Jenks - Eugene, OR
    Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional ...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Kennedy Jenks - Portland, OR
    Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional ...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Cushman Wakefield Multifamily - Portland, OR
    Job Title. Chief Engineer. Job Description Summary. Chief Engineer is responsible for the effective daily leadership of his/her staff, managing the enginee...
    - 19 Days Ago
  • Kidder Matthews - Portland, OR
    Full job description. Founded in 1969, Kidder Mathews ( is the largest, independent commercial real estate firm on the West Coast, with more than 900 real ...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Greater Public - Portland, OR
    Description. Assistant Chief. Application instructions for this and all current OPB employment opportunities are available at OPB’s careers page. About OPB...
    - 10 Days Ago

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Average Base Salary

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266225
343086
301283

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
325964
460660
381525
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Engineer in Portland, OR. The base salary for Chief Engineer ranges from $266,225 to $343,086 with the average base salary of $301,283. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $325,964 to $460,660 with the average total cash compensation of $381,525.

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About Portland, Oregon    Portland is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County. It is a major port in the Willamette Vall....More

Portland, Oregon  area prices were up 3.9% from a year ago

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