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How much does an Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I make in California? The average Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I salary in California is $118,400 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $109,200 and $130,000. 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.

Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I Salary $100,824 CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I Salary $109,200 CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I Salary $118,400 CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I Salary $130,000 CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I Salary $140,561 CA April 24, 2024
25% $109,200 10% $100,824 90% $140,561 75% $130,000 $118,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I performs design evaluations and recommends alterations to improve safety, costs, and efficiency. Responsible for the design and implementation of oil and gas wells. Being an Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. May conduct risk assessment and cost estimation. In addition, Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I is familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field. Typically reports to supervisor or manager. Working as an Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Oil & Gas Drilling Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $113,070 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $114,679 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $118,756 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $112,856 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $109,959 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $117,039 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $113,392 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $106,848 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $130,878 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $130,556 Date Updated April 24, 2024

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