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
|
4-6 years
$93K/yr
($93K • $0)
Fairfax, VA
submitted on May 14, 2026
$93K/yr
$93K • $0
Engineer I
|
1-3 years
$78K - $90K/yr
Wichita, KS
submitted on May 13, 2026
$78K - $90K/yr
Engineer I
|
1-3 years
$85K/yr
($75K • $10K)
Huntsville, AL
submitted on May 12, 2026
$85K/yr
$75K • $10K
Engineer I
|
1-3 years
$50K/yr
($50K • $0)
Southfield, MI
submitted on May 11, 2026
$50K/yr
$50K • $0
Engineer I
|
1-3 years
$76K/yr
($76K • $0)
Phoenix, AZ
submitted on May 1, 2026
$76K/yr
$76K • $0
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Engineer I
|
1-3 years
$95K/yr
($95K • $0)
Long Beach, CA
submitted on May 1, 2026
$95K/yr
$95K • $0
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$80K/yr
($80K • $0)
Suwanee, GA
submitted on Apr 29, 2026
$80K/yr
$80K • $0
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$72K/yr
($72K • $0)
Denver, CO
submitted on Apr 29, 2026
$72K/yr
$72K • $0
Engineer I
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1-3 years
$52K - $61K/yr
Saint Charles, MO
submitted on Apr 26, 2026
$52K - $61K/yr
Engineer I
|
1-3 years
$99K/yr
($92K • $7K)
Malibu, CA
submitted on Apr 23, 2026
$99K/yr
$92K • $7K
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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.
