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Design Engineer III

Average Design Engineer III Salary

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$82,356
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$65k
MEDIAN
$82k
90%
$98k

The average salary for a Design Engineer III is $82,356 in 2025

Base Salary
$65k - $98k
Bonus
$970 - $13k
Profit Sharing
$2k - $5k
Total Pay
$67k - $109k
Based on 34 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Design Engineer III

Medical
97%
Dental
97%
Vision
84%
None
3%

Gender Breakdown for Design Engineer IIIS

Male
84.6%
Female
15.4%
This data is based on 26 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Design Engineer IIIS

What is the highest pay for Design Engineer IIIS?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Design Engineer III is $98k / year

What is the lowest pay for Design Engineer IIIS?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Design Engineer III is $65k / year

How can Design Engineer IIIS increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Design Engineer III is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Design Engineer III that oversees more junior Design Engineer IIIS, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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