How Much Does a Chief Engineer Make in Columbus, OH ? (2021 Salary Guide)

Chief Engineer Salary in Columbus, OH

As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Columbus, OH is $288,174, equivalent to $139 per hour, $5,542 weekly, or $24,015 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chief Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Chief Engineer in Columbus, OH vary widely, spanning from $236,434 to $321,784. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($261,092) and 75th percentile ($305,767), while top earners (90th percentile) make $321,784 per year. This $44,675 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Housekeeping, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbus Chief Engineer often earn 0.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 454 statewide for Chief Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $236,434 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $261,092 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $288,174 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $305,767 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $321,784 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
25% $261,092 10% $236,434 90% $321,784 75% $305,767 $288,174 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Chief Engineer ?

A chief engineer, commonly referred to as "ChEng" or "Chief", is the seniormost engine officer of an engine department on a ship, typically a merchant ship, and holds overall leadership and responsibility of that department. As a person who holds one of the most senior roles on the ship, he or she must have excellent communication and leadership skills. He or she will be expected to regularly work alongside other crew members and external consultants, and most importantly, provide guidance his or her team. To be a chief engineer, an engineer must attain a chief engineer's license appropriate ...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Engineer in Columbus, OH. The base salary for Chief Engineer ranges from $261,092 to $305,767 with the average base salary of $288,174. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $335,246 to $466,517 with the average total cash compensation of $391,832.

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About Columbus, Ohio    The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers occurs just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus....More

Columbus, Ohio  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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