Setting Out Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Setting Out Engineer make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Setting Out Engineer in the United States is $96,164 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, a Setting Out Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,758
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,317 to $102,233
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,083
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Setting Out Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
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75th Percentile $102,233 $8,519 $1,966 $49
Average $96,164 $8,014 $1,849 $46
25th Percentile $89,317 $7,443 $1,718 $43
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Key Factors That Influence Setting Out Engineer Salaries

A Setting Out Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Setting Out Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Setting Out Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $80,038
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $95,718
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,419
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,527
  • Expert (over 8 years): $165,805
Levels Salary
Reliabili... Level Setting Out Engineer$80,038
Setting O... Level Setting Out Engineer$95,718
Reliabili... Level Setting Out Engineer$115,419
Reliabili... Level Setting Out Engineer$140,527
Reliabili... Level Setting Out Engineer$165,805
$80,038 0 yr
$95,718 < 2 yrs
$115,419 2-4 yrs
$140,527 5-8 yrs
$165,805 > 8 yrs
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How Do Setting Out Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Setting Out Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $106,473.
  • California: $106,069.
  • Massachusetts: $104,656.

Top Paying Cities for Setting Out Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $121,292
  • San Francisco: $119,964
  • Oakland: $117,436

What Skills Can Increase a Setting Out Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 23.76% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Mechanical Engineering (Mentioned in 1.98% Job Postings): Mechanical engineering is the discipline that applies engineering, physics, engineering mathematics, and materials science principles to design, analyze, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems. It is one of the oldest and broadest of the engineering disciplines. The mechanical engineering field requires an understanding of core areas including mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, structural analysis, and electricity. In addition to these core principles, mechanical engineers use tools such as computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and product life cycle management to design and analyze manufacturing plants, industrial equipment and machinery, heating and cooling systems, transport systems, aircraft, watercraft, robotics, medical devices, weapons, and others. It is the branch of engineering that involves the design, production, and operation of machinery.
  • Agile (Mentioned in 1.41% Job Postings): Agile is a development process where feedback is continuously gathered from users to create the best user experience.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 23.76%
Mechanical Engineering 1.98%
Agile 1.41%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Setting Out Engineer's salary.
  • Test Design: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Test Design
$103,858
8%
Program Management
$100,011
4%
Products and Services
$100,011
4%
Networking
$98,088
2%
Systems Engineering
$98,088
2%
Semiconductors
$98,088
2%
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Setting Out Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Setting Out Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Setting Out Engineer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Setting Out Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Setting Out Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$105,781$51.010%
Biotechnology$105,781$51.010%
Chemicals$105,781$51.010%
Energy & Utilities$105,781$51.010%
Financial Services$105,781$51.010%

How Education impacts a Setting Out Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Setting Out Engineers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Setting Out Engineer with a Associate's Degree is between $91,915 and $95,734).

Setting Out Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Setting Out Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 51.0%
High School 44.9%
Associates 4.1%
Bachelors 51.0%
Masters 44.9%
Doctorate 4.1%
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Setting Out Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Setting Out Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Setting Out Engineer

Salaries for a Setting Out Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $103,126 in 2023 to around $101,035 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Setting Out Engineer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Setting Out Engineer Over Time

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Setting Out Engineer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Setting Out Engineer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Setting Out Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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