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.
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Top paying industries
The top 4 paying industries for Lead Project Engineer in United States are Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $143,870, Information Technology with a median total pay of $132,459, Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $122,283 and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $121,881.
Aerospace & Defense
The top paying company in Aerospace & Defense for Lead Project Engineer is L3Harris.
Frequently asked questions about Lead Project Engineer salaries
The average salary for Lead Project Engineer is $144,939 per year or $70 per hour, with top earners making up to $222,214 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $116,627 (25th percentile) to $181,981 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 308 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Lead Project Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Lead Project Engineer is $181,981 per year, $15,165 per month or $87 per hour.
The lowest salary for Lead Project Engineer is $116,627 per year, $9,719 per month or $56 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Lead Project Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $92,284 per year (estimate) and goes up to $224,476 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.