As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Process Safety Engineer in the US is $62,784, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,207 weekly, or $5,232 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Safety Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Process Safety Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $52,722 to $75,002. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,518) and 75th percentile ($69,180), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,002 per year. This $11,662 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or AutoCAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Process Safety Engineer often earn 11.3% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies and industry startups. 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
Process Safety Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Safety Engineer Salary $52,722 US May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Process Safety Engineer Salary $57,518 US May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Process Safety Engineer Salary $62,784 US May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Process Safety Engineer Salary $69,180 US May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Process Safety Engineer Salary $75,002 US May 18, 2021
25% $57,518 10% $52,722 90% $75,002 75% $69,180 $62,784 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Process Safety Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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Skills associated with Process Safety Engineer: Risk Management, Safety Management, RISK