Engineering Project Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Engineering Project Specialist make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Engineering Project Specialist in the United States is $98,225 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, an Engineering Project Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,422
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,849 to $107,750
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,224

Key Factors That Influence Engineering Project Specialist Salaries

An Engineering Project Specialist'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 Engineering Project Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Engineering Project Specialist'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): $84,503
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,240
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,725
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,226
  • Expert (over 8 years): $153,980
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Project Engineer I less than 1 year $84,503
Engineering Project Specialist 1-2 years $96,240
Project Engineer III 2-4 years $114,725
Project Engineer IV 5-8 years $131,226
Project Engineer V over 8 years $153,980

Top Paying Cities for Engineering Project Specialist

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: $123,891
  • San Francisco: $122,534
  • Oakland: $119,952

Engineering Project Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Engineering Project Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Engineering Project Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Engineering Project Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Engineering Project Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $122,781 $59.0 25%
Telecom $117,869 $57.0 20%
Healthcare $108,047 $52.0 10%
Insurance $108,047 $52.0 10%
Software & Networking $108,047 $52.0 10%

How Education impacts an Engineering Project Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Engineering Project Specialist professionals enter the field with a high school 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 Engineering Project Specialist with a high school is between $93,131 and $98,566.

Engineering Project Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Engineering Project Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 1.5%
High School 1.5%
Associate's Degree 1.5%
Bachelor's Degree 68.2%
Master's Degree or MBA 28.8%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Engineering Project Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Engineering Project Specialist'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
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$89,849
Average $98,225/year
$107,750
$7,487
Average $8,185/month
$8,979
$1,728
Average $1,889/week
$2,072
$43
Average $47/hour
$52
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $107,750 $8,979 $2,072 $52
Average $98,225 $8,185 $1,889 $47
25th Percentile $89,849 $7,487 $1,728 $43

Most common benefits for Engineering Project Specialist

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

Common company salaries for Engineering Project Specialist

Here are companies hiring for Engineering Project Specialist and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Engineering Project Specialist Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Engineering Project Specialist job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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FAQ about Engineering Project Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Engineering Project Specialist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Engineering Project Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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