What is the hourly salary range of Hardware Systems Engineer?

As of May 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Hardware Systems Engineer in the United States is $37. While Salary.com is seeing that Hardware Systems Engineer salary in the US can go up to $42 or down to $31, but most earn between $34 and $40. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Hardware Systems Engineer in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Hardware Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Hardware Systems Engineer Salary $31 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Hardware Systems Engineer Salary $34 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Hardware Systems Engineer Salary $37 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Hardware Systems Engineer Salary $40 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Hardware Systems Engineer Salary $42 US May 01, 2026
25% $34 10% $31 90% $42 75% $40 $37 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A Hardware Systems Engineer ?

A Hardware Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing hardware components and systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that hardware meets performance, reliability, and cost requirements. Key tasks include creating specifications, conducting feasibility studies, and performing system integration. Engineers in this position utilize various tools and methodologies to troubleshoot and optimize hardware performance. The salary for a Hardware Systems Engineer typically ranges from $80,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on experienc...

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  1. This Job:

    Hardware Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Hardware Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

Understand the total hourly compensation opportunity for A Hardware Systems Engineer, hourly wage plus other pay elements

Average Hourly Wage

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Hardware Systems Engineer in the United States. The average hourly rate for Hardware Systems Engineer ranges from $34 to $40 with the average hourly pay of $37. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $36 to $41 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $38.

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