How much does a Drilling Engineer III make in Cape Coral, FL? The average Drilling Engineer III salary in Cape Coral, FL is $145,932 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $127,720 and $160,155. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drilling Engineer III Salary $111,138 Cape Coral,FL February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Drilling Engineer III Salary $127,720 Cape Coral,FL February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Drilling Engineer III Salary $145,932 Cape Coral,FL February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Drilling Engineer III Salary $160,155 Cape Coral,FL February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Drilling Engineer III Salary $173,105 Cape Coral,FL February 26, 2024
25% $127,720 10% $111,138 90% $173,105 75% $160,155 $145,932 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Drilling Engineer III need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Safety Procedures: Establishing and implementing rules and procedures to prevent potential hazards and risks to ensure a safe and productive working environment.

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Background Check: A background check or background investigation is a review of a potential employee's criminal, commercial and financial records. The goal of background checks is to ensure the safety and security of the employees in the organisation

Analysis 7.03%
Safety Procedures 2.34%
Background Check 2.34%
Others 88.29%

Job Description for Drilling Engineer III

Drilling Engineer III is responsible for the design and implementation of oil and gas wells. Performs design evaluations and recommends alterations to improve safety, costs, and efficiency. Being a Drilling Engineer III may conduct risk assessment and cost estimation. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Additionally, Drilling Engineer III is familiar with the standard concepts, practices, and procedures. May lead or direct the work of others. May report to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Drilling Engineer III typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Drilling Engineer III

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Drilling Engineer III, the first career path typically starts with a Drilling Engineer IV position, and then Drilling Engineer V.

The second career path typically starts with a Reservoir Engineer IV position, and then progresses to Reservoir Engineer V.

Additionally, the third career path typically progresses to Mine Engineer IV.

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Drilling Engineer III salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Drilling Engineer III, the highest Drilling Engineer III salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Drilling Engineer III salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Drilling Engineer III salary is in Miami, FL, where the Drilling Engineer III salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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About Cape Coral, Florida    Cape Coral /ˈkɒrəl/ is a city located in Lee County, Florida, United States, on the Gulf of Mexico. Founded in 1957 and developed as a planned commun....More

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