Assistant CAD Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant CAD Engineer make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant CAD Engineer in the United States is $130,966 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, an Assistant CAD Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,084
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,620 to $140,973
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,021

Key Factors That Influence Assistant CAD Engineer Salaries

An Assistant CAD Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant CAD Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant CAD Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $87,292
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $105,386
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,881
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $157,372
  • Expert (over 8 years): $95,640
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Environmental Health & Safety Administrator II less than 1 year $87,292
Environmental Health & Safety Administrator III 1-2 years $105,386
Assistant CAD Engineer 2-4 years $128,881
Environmental Health & Safety Administrator V 5-8 years $157,372
Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor over 8 years $95,640

Top Paying Cities for Assistant CAD Engineer

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $165,187
  • San Francisco: $163,379
  • Oakland: $159,936

Assistant CAD Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant CAD Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Assistant CAD Engineer positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant CAD Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant CAD Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $163,708 $79.0 25%
Software & Networking $157,159 $76.0 20%
Telecom $157,159 $76.0 20%
Healthcare $150,611 $72.0 15%
Energy & Utilities $144,063 $69.0 10%

How Education impacts an Assistant CAD Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant CAD Engineer professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant CAD Engineer with a Associate's is between $115,883 and $122,694.

Assistant CAD Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant CAD Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 7%
High School 7%
Associate's Degree 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree 40.4%
Master's Degree or MBA 40.4%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 7%

Assistant CAD Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant CAD Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$122,620
Average $130,966/year
$140,973
$10,218
Average $10,914/month
$11,748
$2,358
Average $2,519/week
$2,711
$59
Average $63/hour
$68
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $140,973 $11,748 $2,711 $68
Average $130,966 $10,914 $2,519 $63
25th Percentile $122,620 $10,218 $2,358 $59

Most common benefits for Assistant CAD Engineer

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant CAD Engineer

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FAQ about Assistant CAD Engineer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant CAD Engineer?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant CAD Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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