As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Diesel Engineer in Sioux Falls, SD is $108,148, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,080 weekly, or $9,012 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 Sioux Falls, SD vary widely, spanning from $86,389 to $123,071. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($96,759) and 75th percentile ($115,959), while top earners (90th percentile) make $123,071 per year. This $19,200 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, Sioux Falls Diesel Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Sioux Falls currently ranks 703 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 $86,389 Sioux Falls, SD September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $96,759 Sioux Falls, SD September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $108,148 Sioux Falls, SD September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $115,959 Sioux Falls, SD September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary $123,071 Sioux Falls, SD September 01, 2026
25% $96,759 10% $86,389 90% $123,071 75% $115,959 $108,148 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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