CAE Designer III Salary in Buffalo, New York

How much does a CAE Designer III make hourly in Buffalo, NY? The average hourly wage for a CAE Designer III in Buffalo, NY is $48 as of May 01, 2023, but the range typically falls between $41 and $55. Hourly rate 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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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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    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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