Chief Engineer Salary in 2026

Based on 12 salary-transparent job listings

$43,802 /year avg

Salary Range

Low

$28

Average

$43,802

High

$830,002

Avg: $43,802
$28$830,002

25th Percentile

$21,915

Median

$415,015

75th Percentile

$436,902

Job Count

12

Salary Distribution

$0 - $30K
10
$100K - $150K
1
$150K+
1

Chief Engineer Salary by Experience Level

Experience Avg. Salary Listings
Mid Level $43,802 12

Chief Engineer Salary by City

City Avg. Salary Listings
Seattle $207,548 2
Austin $110,013 1
Boston $100 1
Portland $62 1
Cardiff $50 2
City of Edinburgh $50 1
Edmonton $50 1
Liverpool $50 1
Montréal $50 1
Sheffield $50 1

Chief Engineer Salary by Employment Type

Full-Time

$43,802

12 listings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Chief Engineer salary?

The average Chief Engineer salary is $43,802 per year based on 12 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $28 to $830,002.

What is the highest paying city for Chief Engineer?

The highest paying city for Chief Engineer roles is Seattle with an average salary of $207,548.

How much does an entry level Chief Engineer make?

Entry level salary data for Chief Engineer is being collected. The overall average for this role is $43,802.

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