As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Welding Engineer in Seattle, WA is $113,903, equivalent to $55 per hour, $2,190 weekly, or $9,492 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 Seattle, WA vary widely, spanning from $99,285 to $127,636. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($106,251) and 75th percentile ($121,091), while top earners (90th percentile) make $127,636 per year. This $14,840 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, Seattle Welding Engineer often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, Seattle currently ranks 91 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 $99,285 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $106,251 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $113,903 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $121,091 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $127,636 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
25% $106,251 10% $99,285 90% $127,636 75% $121,091 $113,903 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Welding Engineer in Seattle, WA. The base salary for Welding Engineer ranges from $106,251 to $121,091 with the average base salary of $113,903. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $113,398 to $138,552 with the average total cash compensation of $124,600.

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