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Production Engineer

Average Early-Career Production Engineer with Manufacturing Process Engineering Skills Salary in South Africa

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R320,701
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 122k
MEDIAN
ZAR 321k
90%
ZAR 530k

The average salary for a Production Engineer is R320,701 in 2025

Base Salary
R122k - R530k
Bonus
R13k - R44k
Total Pay
R123k - R526k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Oct 10 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Production Engineer

Medical
20%
None
80%

Gender Breakdown for Production Engineers

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Production Engineers

What is the highest pay for Production Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Production Engineer is ZAR 530k / year

What is the lowest pay for Production Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Production Engineer is ZAR 122k / year

How can Production Engineers increase their salary?

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

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