As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Engineering Technician in Seattle, WA is $75,653, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,455 weekly, or $6,304 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Engineering Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior Engineering Technician in Seattle, WA vary widely, spanning from $61,722 to $86,464. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,361) and 75th percentile ($81,312), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,464 per year. This $12,951 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Preventive Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Seattle Senior Engineering Technician often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, Seattle currently ranks 67 statewide for Senior Engineering Technician 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 Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Engineering Technician Salary $61,722 Seattle, WA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Engineering Technician Salary $68,361 Seattle, WA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Engineering Technician Salary $75,653 Seattle, WA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Engineering Technician Salary $81,312 Seattle, WA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Engineering Technician Salary $86,464 Seattle, WA September 01, 2026
25% $68,361 10% $61,722 90% $86,464 75% $81,312 $75,653 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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