As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Edison, NJ is $110,286, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,121 weekly, or $9,191 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Edison, NJ vary widely, spanning from $94,776 to $123,600. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($102,168) and 75th percentile ($117,255), while top earners (90th percentile) make $123,600 per year. This $15,087 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Schematic, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Edison Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Edison currently ranks 51 statewide for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer 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
Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $94,776 Edison, NJ March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $102,168 Edison, NJ March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $110,286 Edison, NJ March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $117,255 Edison, NJ March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $123,600 Edison, NJ March 01, 2026
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About Edison, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 30.638 square miles (79.351 km2), including 29.940 square miles (77.543....More

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