As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior CAD Designer in Oregon is $80,984, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,557 weekly, or $6,749 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior CAD Designer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior CAD Designer in Oregon vary widely, spanning from $66,874 to $93,974. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($73,599) and 75th percentile ($87,783), while top earners (90th percentile) make $93,974 per year. This $14,184 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Pneumatics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Oregon Senior CAD Designer often earn 1.6% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Oregon currently ranks 15 nationwide for Senior CAD Designer 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
Senior CAD Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $66,874 OR August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $73,599 OR August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $80,984 OR August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $87,783 OR August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $93,974 OR August 01, 2026
25% $73,599 10% $66,874 90% $93,974 75% $87,783 $80,984 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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A drafter, draughtsman (British English) or draftsman, drafting technician (American English and Canadian English) is a person who makes detailed technical drawings or plans for machinery, buildings, electronics, infrastructure, sections, etc. Drafters use computer software and manual sketches to convert the designs, plans, and layouts of engineers and architects into a set of technical drawings. Drafters operate as the supporting developers and sketch engineering designs and drawings from preliminary design concepts....

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Location Clackamas, OR Avg. Salary $94,308 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Oregon City, OR Avg. Salary $93,616 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adams, OR Avg. Salary $88,494 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adel, OR Avg. Salary $87,471 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adrian, OR Avg. Salary $86,006 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Agness, OR Avg. Salary $86,949 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albany, OR Avg. Salary $90,188 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Allegany, OR Avg. Salary $87,054 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alsea, OR Avg. Salary $88,654 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alvadore, OR Avg. Salary $89,736 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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    CAD Drafter II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior CAD Designer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    CAD Drafter IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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