As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Diesel Engineer in Denver, CO is $120,989, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,327 weekly, or $10,082 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 Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $96,646 to $137,683. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($108,247) and 75th percentile ($129,727), while top earners (90th percentile) make $137,683 per year. This $21,480 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, Denver Diesel Engineer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 279 statewide for Diesel Engineer job salary. 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 $96,646 Denver, CO September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $108,247 Denver, CO September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $120,989 Denver, CO September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $129,727 Denver, CO September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $137,683 Denver, CO September 01, 2026
25% $108,247 10% $96,646 90% $137,683 75% $129,727 $120,989 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Diesel Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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