As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for entry level engineering manager in Austin, TX is $88,173, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,696 weekly, or $7,348 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for entry level engineering manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for entry level engineering manager in Austin, TX vary widely, spanning from $75,175 to $99,888. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,370) and 75th percentile ($94,305), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,888 per year. This $12,935 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Austin entry level engineering manager often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Austin currently ranks 383 statewide for entry level engineering manager 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
entry level engineering manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile entry level engineering manager Salary $75,175 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile entry level engineering manager Salary $81,370 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile entry level engineering manager Salary $88,173 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile entry level engineering manager Salary $94,305 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile entry level engineering manager Salary $99,888 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
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What is A entry level engineering manager ?

An entry-level engineering manager oversees a team of engineers, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Responsibilities include coordinating project activities, facilitating communication between team members, and assisting in the development of engineering solutions. This role requires a solid understanding of engineering principles, project management skills, and the ability to motivate and guide a team. Typically, an entry-level engineering manager holds a degree in engineering or a related field and may have some prior experience in engineering roles. The salary for th...

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  1. This Job:

    entry level engineering manager

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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