As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Methuen, MA is $102,137, equivalent to $49 per hour, $1,964 weekly, or $8,511 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 Methuen, MA vary widely, spanning from $88,417 to $119,222. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($94,955) and 75th percentile ($111,080), while top earners (90th percentile) make $119,222 per year. This $16,125 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, Methuen plastics engineering often earn 2.7% higher than national averages. However, Methuen currently ranks 190 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 $88,417 Methuen, MA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $94,955 Methuen, MA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $102,137 Methuen, MA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $111,080 Methuen, MA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $119,222 Methuen, MA February 01, 2026
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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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    plastics engineering

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    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 Methuen, MA. The base salary for plastics engineering ranges from $94,955 to $111,080 with the average base salary of $102,137. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $100,977 to $123,918 with the average total cash compensation of $111,831.

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About Methuen, Massachusetts    Methuen /mɛˈθuːɛn/ is a statutory city and an Atlantic resort town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 47,255 at the 20....More

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