As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Welding Engineer in Alameda, CA is $125,835, equivalent to $60 per hour, $2,420 weekly, or $10,486 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Welding Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Welding Engineer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $109,686 to $141,007. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($117,382) and 75th percentile ($133,777), while top earners (90th percentile) make $141,007 per year. This $16,395 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda Welding Engineer often earn 10.7% higher than national averages. 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
Welding Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $109,686 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $117,382 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $125,835 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $133,777 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $141,007 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
25% $117,382 10% $109,686 90% $141,007 75% $133,777 $125,835 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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FLIR Systems, Inc. - Rancho Cordova, CA

Senior Welding Engineer

Clutch Canada - Los Angeles, CA

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
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137653
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Welding Engineer in Alameda, CA. The base salary for Welding Engineer ranges from $117,382 to $133,777 with the average base salary of $125,835. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $125,277 to $153,067 with the average total cash compensation of $137,653.

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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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