CAE Designer III Salary in Illinois

How much does a CAE Designer III make in Illinois? The average CAE Designer III salary in Illinois is $98,953 as of May 25, 2023, but the range typically falls between $86,239 and $113,764. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. View the Cost of Living in Illinois

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Job Description

Utilizes computer-aided engineering (CAE) software tools to support and optimize the design engineering process for products, components, or structures. Creates prototypes, layouts and models for product components, a system, or a manufacturing process using CAE tools. Performs analysis to find flaws or inefficiencies in designs and to model solutions. Collects and assembles data. Employs CAE tools to enable benchmarking, concept design, prototype development, simulation, and testing protocols. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline. Typically reports to a manager. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $96,386 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $97,553 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $99,250 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $106,841 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $95,446 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $94,733 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $99,250 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $93,326 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Alden, IL Avg. Salary $99,324 Date Updated May 25, 2023
Location Aledo, IL Avg. Salary $94,785 Date Updated May 25, 2023

Career Path for this job

  1. Down a level:

    CAE Designer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    CAE Designer III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    CAE Designer IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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