How Much Does a Chief Engineer Make in Springfield, MA ? (2021 Salary Guide)

Chief Engineer Salary in Springfield, MA

As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Springfield, MA is $306,730, equivalent to $147 per hour, $5,899 weekly, or $25,561 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 Springfield, MA vary widely, spanning from $251,659 to $342,505. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($277,904) and 75th percentile ($325,456), while top earners (90th percentile) make $342,505 per year. This $47,552 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, Springfield Chief Engineer often earn 4.7% higher than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 254 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 $251,659 Springfield, MA May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $277,904 Springfield, MA May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $306,730 Springfield, MA May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $325,456 Springfield, MA May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $342,505 Springfield, MA May 18, 2021
25% $277,904 10% $251,659 90% $342,505 75% $325,456 $306,730 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 Springfield, MA. The base salary for Chief Engineer ranges from $277,904 to $325,456 with the average base salary of $306,730. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $356,833 to $496,557 with the average total cash compensation of $417,064.

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About Springfield, Massachusetts    Springfield is located at 42°6′45″N 72°32′51″W / 42.11250°N 72.54750°W / 42.11250; -72.54750 (42.112411, −72.547455). According to the United State....More

Springfield, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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