As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Welding Engineer in Denver, CO is $105,018, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,020 weekly, or $8,752 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Welding Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Welding Engineer in Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $91,551 to $117,697. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,969) and 75th percentile ($111,655), while top earners (90th percentile) make $117,697 per year. This $13,686 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, Denver Welding Engineer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 279 statewide for Welding 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
Welding Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $91,551 Denver, CO November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $97,969 Denver, CO November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $105,018 Denver, CO November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $111,655 Denver, CO November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $117,697 Denver, CO November 01, 2026
25% $97,969 10% $91,551 90% $117,697 75% $111,655 $105,018 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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