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How much does Configuration Engineer make?
Total pay range
$106K - $167K/yr
$132K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$89K - $135K/yrBase pay
$17K - $32K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025302 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Configuration Engineer in United States are Manufacturing with a median total pay of $157,616, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $119,923, Healthcare with a median total pay of $112,592, Information Technology with a median total pay of $108,213, and Financial Services with a median total pay of $104,287.
Manufacturing
The top paying company in Manufacturing for Configuration Engineer is Lam Research.
Frequently asked questions about Configuration Engineer salaries
The average salary for Configuration Engineer is $132,293 per year or $64 per hour, with top earners making up to $203,859 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $106,145 (25th percentile) to $166,553 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 302 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Configuration Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Configuration Engineer is $166,553 per year, $13,879 per month or $80 per hour.
The lowest salary for Configuration Engineer is $106,145 per year, $8,845 per month or $51 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Configuration Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $69,840 per year (estimate) and goes up to $378,659 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.