As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Oregon is $97,914, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,883 weekly, or $8,160 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 Oregon vary widely, spanning from $84,761 to $114,292. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($91,029) and 75th percentile ($106,487), while top earners (90th percentile) make $114,292 per year. This $15,458 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, Oregon plastics engineering often earn 1.6% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies. However, Oregon currently ranks 15 nationwide 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 $84,761 OR February 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $91,029 OR February 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $97,914 OR February 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $106,487 OR February 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $114,292 OR February 01, 2026
25% $91,029 10% $84,761 90% $114,292 75% $106,487 $97,914 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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Location Clackamas, OR Avg. Salary $107,812 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Oregon City, OR Avg. Salary $107,534 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adams, OR Avg. Salary $108,410 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adel, OR Avg. Salary $101,095 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adrian, OR Avg. Salary $94,296 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Agness, OR Avg. Salary $101,095 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Albany, OR Avg. Salary $102,177 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Allegany, OR Avg. Salary $101,445 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alsea, OR Avg. Salary $101,456 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alvadore, OR Avg. Salary $102,579 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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