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.
Recent salaries shared by Engineer I
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$90K - $106K/yr
Norwood, MA
submitted on Jul 25, 2026
$90K - $106K/yr
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$56K - $65K/yr
Oklahoma City, OK
submitted on Jul 23, 2026
$56K - $65K/yr
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$75K - $87K/yr
Las Vegas, NV
submitted on Jul 21, 2026
$75K - $87K/yr
Engineer I
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4-6 years
$122K - $141K/yr
New York, NY
submitted on Jul 20, 2026
$122K - $141K/yr
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$78K - $90K/yr
Rocky Hill, CT
submitted on Jul 19, 2026
$78K - $90K/yr
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Engineer I
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1-3 years
$87K - $101K/yr
Moncks Corner, SC
submitted on Jul 17, 2026
$87K - $101K/yr
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$101K - $118K/yr
Tulsa, OK
submitted on Jul 15, 2026
$101K - $118K/yr
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$116K - $135K/yr
Casa Grande, AZ
submitted on Jul 15, 2026
$116K - $135K/yr
Engineer I
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4-6 years
$97K - $113K/yr
Scottsdale, AZ
submitted on Jul 15, 2026
$97K - $113K/yr
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$78K - $90K/yr
Clinton, MA
submitted on Jul 12, 2026
$78K - $90K/yr
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Engineer I in United States are Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $105,010, Insurance with a median total pay of $101,870, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $98,002, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $96,790, and Human Resources & Staffing with a median total pay of $96,243.
Frequently asked questions about Engineer I salaries
The average salary for Engineer I is $108,033 per year or $52 per hour, with top earners making up to $148,514 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $92,497 (25th percentile) to $127,888 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 4233 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Engineer I employees.
The highest salary for Engineer I is $127,888 per year, $10,657 per month or $61 per hour.
The lowest salary for Engineer I is $92,497 per year, $7,708 per month or $44 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Engineer I ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $69,835 per year (estimate) and goes up to $273,268 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
