As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Paramus, NJ is $338,398, equivalent to $163 per hour, $6,508 weekly, or $28,200 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 Paramus, NJ vary widely, spanning from $277,641 to $377,865. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($306,596) and 75th percentile ($359,057), while top earners (90th percentile) make $377,865 per year. This $52,461 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, Paramus Chief Engineer often earn 4.3% higher than national averages. However, Paramus currently ranks 18 statewide for Chief Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chief Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $277,641 Paramus, NJ May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $306,596 Paramus, NJ May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $338,398 Paramus, NJ May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $359,057 Paramus, NJ May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $377,865 Paramus, NJ May 18, 2021
25% $306,596 10% $277,641 90% $377,865 75% $359,057 $338,398 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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About Paramus, New Jersey    Paramus (/pəˈræməs/ pə-RAM-əs) is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population....More

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