As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Diesel Engineer in Saint Cloud, MN is $117,077, equivalent to $56 per hour, $2,251 weekly, or $9,756 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 Saint Cloud, MN vary widely, spanning from $93,522 to $133,232. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($104,747) and 75th percentile ($125,533), while top earners (90th percentile) make $133,232 per year. This $20,786 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, Saint Cloud Diesel Engineer often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. However, Saint Cloud currently ranks 402 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 $93,522 Saint Cloud, MN September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $104,747 Saint Cloud, MN September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $117,077 Saint Cloud, MN September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $125,533 Saint Cloud, MN September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $133,232 Saint Cloud, MN September 01, 2026
25% $104,747 10% $93,522 90% $133,232 75% $125,533 $117,077 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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About Saint Cloud, Minnesota    St. Cloud is a city in the U.S. state of Minnesota and the largest population center in the state's central region. Its population is 67,984 according....More

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