As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Diesel Engineer in Acton, CA is $127,666, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,455 weekly, or $10,639 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Diesel Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Diesel Engineer in Acton, CA vary widely, spanning from $101,980 to $145,283. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($114,221) and 75th percentile ($136,887), while top earners (90th percentile) make $145,283 per year. This $22,666 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or FOCUS, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Acton Diesel Engineer often earn 2.5% 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
Diesel Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $101,980 Acton, CA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $114,221 Acton, CA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $127,666 Acton, CA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $136,887 Acton, CA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $145,283 Acton, CA September 01, 2026
25% $114,221 10% $101,980 90% $145,283 75% $136,887 $127,666 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Bachelor's Degree

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About Acton, California    Acton is an unincorporated census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, near the Antelope Valley. According to the 2010 census, Acton h....More

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