As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Engineering Consultant in the US is $147,908, equivalent to $71 per hour, $2,844 weekly, or $12,326 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Engineering Consultant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Engineering Consultant in the US vary widely, spanning from $114,855 to $162,180. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,607) and 75th percentile ($155,379), while top earners (90th percentile) make $162,180 per year. This $24,772 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Python, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Engineering Consultant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 16 companies and industry startups. 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
Engineering Consultant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Engineering Consultant Salary $114,855 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Engineering Consultant Salary $130,607 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Engineering Consultant Salary $147,908 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Engineering Consultant Salary $155,379 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Engineering Consultant Salary $162,180 US May 01, 2026
25% $130,607 10% $114,855 90% $162,180 75% $155,379 $147,908 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Engineering Consultant ?

Engineering consulting is the practice of performing engineering as a consultant. It assists in the development of both public and private companies. This development can be in a variety of different ways including process management, idea organization, product design, fabrication, branding, and marketing. Engineering consulting firms require engineers from multiple disciplines including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental, chemical, industrial, and agricultural. This diversity is necessary to cover the wide variety of potential projects that could be presented to the firm...

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    Engineering Senior Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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130607
155379
147908

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
149297
185261
166100
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Engineering Consultant in the United States. The base salary for Engineering Consultant ranges from $130,607 to $155,379 with the average base salary of $147,908. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $149,297 to $185,261 with the average total cash compensation of $166,100.

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