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Fermentation Engineer

Average Fermentation Engineer Salary

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$74,689
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$58k
MEDIAN
$75k
90%
$104k

The average salary for a Fermentation Engineer is $74,689 in 2025

Base Salary
$58k - $104k
Bonus
$1k - $10k
Profit Sharing
$688 - $10k
Commission
$2k - $7k
Total Pay
$55k - $108k
Based on 9,060 salary profiles (last updated Jan 05 2022)
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3.7 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Fermentation Engineer

Medical
90%
Dental
83%
Vision
74%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Fermentation Engineers

Male
74.6%
Female
25.0%
Prefer to self-define
0.4%
This data is based on 5,476 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Fermentation Engineers

What is the highest pay for Fermentation Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Fermentation Engineer is $104k / year

What is the lowest pay for Fermentation Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Fermentation Engineer is $58k / year

How can Fermentation Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Fermentation Engineer 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 Fermentation Engineer that oversees more junior Fermentation Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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