As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Refrigeration Engineer in Fresno, CA is $59,235, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,139 weekly, or $4,936 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Refrigeration Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Refrigeration Engineer in Fresno, CA vary widely, spanning from $46,387 to $67,178. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,510) and 75th percentile ($63,393), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,178 per year. This $10,883 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Project Commissioning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Fresno Refrigeration Engineer often earn 9.2% higher than national averages. However, Fresno currently ranks 338 statewide for Refrigeration 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
Refrigeration Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $46,387 Fresno, CA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $52,510 Fresno, CA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $59,235 Fresno, CA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $63,393 Fresno, CA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Refrigeration Engineer Salary $67,178 Fresno, CA July 01, 2026
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    Refrigeration Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
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About Fresno, California    Fresno (/ˈfrɛznoʊ/ FREZ-noh; Spanish for "ash tree") is a city in California, United States, and the county seat of Fresno County. It covers about 112....More

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