Hourly Wage for Generator Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Generator Engineer make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Generator Engineer in the United States is $38 as of September 25, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $34 and $42. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Electrical Engineer (NORESCO)

Carrier - Fairfax , VA

What makes NORESCO unique is our ability to engineer and implement turnkey energy solutions that ... Emergency and Standby generator design * Existing electrical system site surveys and documentation ...

Upward.net - 53 days ago

Senior Interconnection Project Engineer

sPower - Richmond , VA

... generator interconnection processes. Additional responsibilities involve leading multi ... The Project Engineer will lead all interconnection activities through the full life cycle of ...

ZipRecruiter - 4 days ago

FPGA Engineer

Advanced Technology & Research Corp - Chantilly , VA

Engineering Services Type: Full Time Min. Experience: Mid-Level Salary Range: $95,000-$125,000 USD ... Candidate should be familiar with standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generator, logic ...

ZipRecruiter - 20 days ago

High Voltage Engineer

sPower - Richmond , VA

... on generator interconnection substations with utilities in the eastern United States. · ... engineering package such as IFPs and IFCs. · Experience on power system studies such as load flow ...

ZipRecruiter - 46 days ago

Mechanical/Electrical Operator - Data Center

RagingWire Data Centers - Ashburn , VA

... Generator main switchgear through the UPS systems out to the customer load. Fire Life Safety ... Engineering on the effectiveness of existing standards and processes Works with contractors and ...

Monster - 18 days ago

Field Supervisor (4859-183)

Alutiiq LLC - Lorton , VA

Role and Responsibilities* Assist Maintenance Engineer (ME) and Senior Field Managers (SFM) in ... For Generator Field Supervisor* Be a graduate of a state approved/accredited or military program ...

Nexxt - 55 days ago

What does a Generator Engineer do?

Generator Engineer

Prepare specifications for generator modeling, AVR functions, control functions, connection requirements to grid, interfacing with other electrical equipment such as generator circuit breaker, Generator step up Transformers (GSUs), Switchyard and Grid Connections.

January 30, 2020

Performs high level preventative maintenance and repairs to diesel engines and gasoline and diesel driven construction equipment such as tractors, power shovels, road machinery, air compressors, concrete mixers and other engine driven or towed construction equipment.

February 02, 2020

Participate in meetings inclusive of the pre-construction meeting and on-site construction meetings with stakeholders to coordinate electrical systems with other ongoing construction and projects.

March 13, 2020

Monitor WTG design modifications proposals, and prepare reports assessing its suitability for the Project.

April 24, 2020

Complete necessary paper work which may include data entry and general use of relevant computer systems and software as directed.

May 03, 2020

Review of drawings / Calculations of Generator and Auxiliaries and to support customer drawing approval process with Customer.

May 14, 2020

Provide and coordinate timely response for electrical RFIs (Requests for Information) and project related submittals.

June 05, 2020

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Average Hourly Wage

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Generator Engineer in the United States. The average hourly rate for Generator Engineer ranges from $34 to $42 with the average hourly pay of $38. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $35 to $44 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $39.

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