As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Chesapeake, VA is $90,325, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,737 weekly, or $7,527 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for plastics engineering in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for plastics engineering in Chesapeake, VA vary widely, spanning from $78,192 to $105,435. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,975) and 75th percentile ($98,234), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,435 per year. This $14,259 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chesapeake plastics engineering often earn 7.0% lower than national averages. However, Chesapeake currently ranks 617 statewide for plastics engineering 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
plastics engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $78,192 Chesapeake, VA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $83,975 Chesapeake, VA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $90,325 Chesapeake, VA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $98,234 Chesapeake, VA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $105,435 Chesapeake, VA February 01, 2026
25% $83,975 10% $78,192 90% $105,435 75% $98,234 $90,325 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Plastics engineering involves the design, development, and manufacturing of plastic products and materials. Professionals in this field typically work in industries such as automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, and medical devices. The salary for plastics engineers can vary based on factors such as experience, education, location, and the specific industry. Entry-level positions may start with salaries around $60,000 to $70,000 annually, while mid-career engineers can earn between $80,000 and $100,000. Senior engineers and those in managerial roles may see salaries exceeding $100,000, parti...

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    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of plastics engineering in Chesapeake, VA. The base salary for plastics engineering ranges from $83,975 to $98,234 with the average base salary of $90,325. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $89,300 to $109,588 with the average total cash compensation of $98,898.

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