▼24%
$24.44
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
25%
$23.15
MEDIAN
$24.44
75%
$31.50
The average hourly pay for a Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer is $24.44 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$23 - $32
Bonus
$491 - $1k
Total Pay
$46k - $91k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designers?
What Do Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designers Do?
Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer Tasks
- Perform ECA changes to existing drawings as necessary.
- Draft drawings according to industry standards.
- Provide support for component selections, specification generations, and vendor communication.
- Develop detailed designs for integrated systems in coordination with engineers and customer requirements.
- Draft the engineering Bill of Materials for development projects.
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer
Medical
91%
Dental
82%
Vision
64%
None
9%
Gender Breakdown for Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designers
Male
100.0%
This data is based on 11 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designers
What is the highest pay for Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer is $NaN / hour
What is the lowest pay for Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer is $NaN / hour
How can Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer 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 Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designer that oversees more junior Senior Computer Aided Design (CAD) Designers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.