Mfg Engineer Salary in San Jose, California

How much does a Mfg Engineer make in San Jose, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Mfg Engineer in San Jose, CA is $122,272. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $113,818 to $133,275, with most professionals earning between $106,121 and $143,292.

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What is a Mfg Engineer?

A Manufacturing Engineer, or Mfg Engineer, is responsible for designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes and systems. They work to optimize production efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure product quality and consistency. Mfg Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and processes. They also troubleshoot and resolve production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve overall manufacturing performance. Additionally, Mfg Engineers may be involved in developing and maintaining manufacturing documentation, such as work instructions, process flow diagrams, and quality control plans. Overall, their role is crucial in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the manufacturing process.

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What does a Mfg Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a Mfg Engineer

Stay current with industry trends and advancements in manufacturing technology to continuously improve production processes.

September 02, 2023

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production operations and timely delivery of products.

October 03, 2023

Evaluate and select appropriate materials and components for manufacturing processes.

October 05, 2023

Analyze and troubleshoot production issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

October 08, 2023

Develop and improve manufacturing processes and procedures to increase efficiency and reduce production costs.

October 12, 2023

Train and mentor production staff on new processes and equipment.

October 30, 2023

Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and standard operating procedures.

November 02, 2023

Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure products meet industry standards and customer requirements.

November 06, 2023

Conduct time and motion studies to optimize production workflow and minimize waste.

November 15, 2023

Design and implement production equipment and tooling to meet quality and production requirements.

November 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Mfg Engineer in San Jose, CA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

113818

133275

122272

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

118873

141428

128512

What is the average salary for Mfg Engineer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mfg Engineer in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Mfg Engineer ranges from $113,818 to $133,275 with the average base salary of $122,272. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $118,873 to $141,428 with the average total cash compensation of $128,512.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$122,272	$113,818 - $133,275
Bonus	$6,240	$5,055 - $8,153
Total Pay	$128,512	$118,873 - $141,428

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Mfg Engineer Salary Near San Jose, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,818 - $133,275	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Santa Cruz, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,823 - $118,059	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,601 - $133,021	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,019 - $128,826	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,199 - $129,038	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,699 - $131,964	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA

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About San Jose, California

San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 180.0 sq mi (466 km2), of which 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km2) (1.91%) is water, making it the fourth-largest California city by land area (after Los Angeles, San Diego and California City). San Jose lies between the San Andreas Fault, the source of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and the Calaveras Fault. San Jose is shaken by moderate earthquakes on average one or two times a year. These quakes originate just east of the city on...

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