Research Engineer Salary in Raleigh, NC

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How much does a Research Engineer make in Raleigh, NC? The average Research Engineer salary in Raleigh, NC is $118,239 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $104,779 and $133,522. Salary ranges 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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Research Engineer

Aquatic Group - Chicago , IL

Aquatic Group is seeking a Research Engineer in Chicago, IL. Deliver custom software solutions including investigating novel research ideas & evaluating w/ large-scale experiments. Must live w/in ...

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Differential Privacy Research Engineer

Galois - Portland , OR

Responsibilities As a Research Engineer, you will have the following responsibilities: * Data privacy: leverage state of the art approaches for implementing systems with formal data privacy ...

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Research Engineer IV

Calvert Systems Engineering Inc - Greenville , TX

Research Engineer IV Location: Greenville, TX Minimum Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm Travel: Up to 10% CONUS travel This ...

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Automotive Research Engineer

Altair - Dearborn , MI

Our client in Dearborn, MI is looking for a Scientist / Research Engineer General. This is a contract position. What You Will Do: The Advanced Emissions team within Vehicle Propulsion Systems ...

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Research Engineer

iJ Jones LLC - Los Angeles , CA

Overview As a Research Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the organization's research and development efforts, contributing to the creation and implementation of engineering solutions. Your ...

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Research Engineer (Bioelectromagnetics) - 1351

SARA Inc - Colorado Springs , CO

High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) is looking for a highly motivated and skilled Research Engineer, with a focus on bioelectromagnetics, to join our interdisciplinary team in Colorado ...

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What does a Research Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a Research Engineer

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.

December 22, 2022

Develop and validate component and assembly level specifications of electrochemical component materials and assemblies.

December 27, 2022

Plan and perform tasks of a larger scope and lead specific tasks within the project scope.

January 09, 2023

Assist laboratory personnel in all aspects of experimental data collection including experimental protocol design, software development and debugging, and data processing and analysis.

April 08, 2023

Design, develop and implement control system algorithms for existing and new rehabilitation robotic devices to measure and treat arm movement impairment.

April 16, 2023

Prepare automated data extraction outputs to provide insight into component performance for use in analysis and reports.

April 16, 2023

Support product and sales teams in taking new advertising products and offerings to the market by demonstrating their superior algorithmic capabilities and business performances.

April 28, 2023

Collaborate closely with business partners to identify strategic opportunities for applying innovative algorithms to help advertisers to optimize the ROI of their advertising campaigns, allow publishers to maximize monetization and engagement of their users, and enable all participants in the marketplace to operate efficiently.

May 06, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Research Engineer in Raleigh, NC

Average Base Salary

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104779

133522

118239

Average Total Cash Compensation

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109852

143459

124854

What is the average salary for Research Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Research Engineer in Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Research Engineer ranges from $104,779 to $133,522 with the average base salary of $118,239. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $109,852 to $143,459 with the average total cash compensation of $124,854.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$118,239	$104,779 - $133,522
Bonus	$6,614	$5,073 - $9,936
Total Pay	$124,854	$109,852 - $143,459

* 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.

Research Engineer Salary Near Raleigh, NC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Cary, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,747 - $133,481	COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Durham, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $104,121 - $132,684	COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Chapel Hill, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,500 - $131,893	COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Wilson, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,995 - $132,523	COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Rocky Mount, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,995 - $132,523	COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Burlington, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,252 - $130,303	COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC

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About Raleigh, North Carolina

According to the United States Census Bureau, Raleigh occupies a total area of 144.0 square miles (373.0 km2), of which 142 square miles (369 km2) is land and 0.97 square miles (2.5 km2), or 0.76%, is covered by water. The Neuse River flows through the northeast end of the city. Raleigh is located in the northeast central region of North Carolina, where the Piedmont and Atlantic Coastal Plain regions meet. This area is known as the "fall line" because it marks the elevation inland at which waterfalls begin to appear in creeks and rivers. As a result, most of Raleigh features gently rolling hil...

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