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How much does a Project Engineer make in the United States?
Average base salary
6k salaries reported, updated at May 24, 2020
$79,966
per year
The average salary for a project engineer is $79,966 per year in the United States.
Most common benefits
- 401(k) matching
- 401(k)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Stock ownership plan
Salaries by years of experience in the United States
Salaries by years of experience in the United States
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| Years of experience | Per year |
|---|---|
Highest paying cities in United States for Project Engineers
Best-paid skills and qualifications for project engineers
Most recommended license
Professional Engineer![dimension-trending-icon]()
earn +8.04% more
The jobs requiring this license have increase by 11.05% since 2018. Project Engineers with this license earn +8.04% more than the average base salary, which is $79,966 per year.
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More critical skills and qualifications that pay well
Certification categories:
Field of study categories:
| Top field of study | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
Electrical Engineering Degree | +22.17% | 189 jobs | 268  |
Mechanical Engineering Degree | +5.37% | 324 jobs | 529 |
License categories:
| Top license | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
Professional Engineer | +8.04% | 482 jobs | 1,105 |
Most common benefits for Project Engineers
- 401(k) matching
- 401(k)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Stock ownership plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Wellness program
- Flexible spending account
- Relocation assistance
Salary satisfaction
Based on 995 ratings
58% of Project engineers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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