Field Engineering Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Field Engineering Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Engineering Manager in the United States is $154,262 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

However, a Field Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,084
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,489 to $162,544
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,039

Key Factors That Influence Field Engineering Manager Salaries

A Field Engineering Manager'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 Field Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field Engineering Manager'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): $83,915
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $125,298
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,537
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $175,663
  • Expert (over 8 years): $196,262
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Engineering Supervisor less than 1 year $83,915
Engineering Senior Supervisor 1-2 years $125,298
Field Engineering Manager 2-4 years $152,537
Engineering Senior Manager 5-8 years $175,663
Engineering Director over 8 years $196,262

Top Paying Cities for Field Engineering Manager

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: $194,571
  • San Francisco: $192,440
  • Oakland: $188,385

Field Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Field Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Field Engineering Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Field Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Field Engineering Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $208,254 $100.0 35%
Financial Services $200,541 $96.0 30%
Energy & Utilities $185,114 $89.0 20%
Biotechnology $177,401 $85.0 15%
Pharmaceuticals $177,401 $85.0 15%

How Education impacts a Field Engineering Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Field Engineering Manager professionals enter the field with a Bachelor'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 a Field Engineering Manager with a Bachelor's is between $147,146 and $155,639.

Field Engineering Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Field Engineering Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.2%
High School 2.7%
Associate's Degree 3.3%
Bachelor's Degree 43.7%
Master's Degree or MBA 42.1%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 8%

Field Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Field Engineering Manager'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 August 01, 2026
$139,489
Average $154,262/year
$162,544
$11,624
Average $12,855/month
$13,545
$2,682
Average $2,967/week
$3,126
$67
Average $74/hour
$78
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $162,544 $13,545 $3,126 $78
Average $154,262 $12,855 $2,967 $74
25th Percentile $139,489 $11,624 $2,682 $67

Most common benefits for Field Engineering Manager

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

Common company salaries for Field Engineering Manager

Here are companies hiring for Field Engineering Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Field Engineering Manager Job

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  • Harrison Consulting Solutions | Columbus, OH

    Harrison Consulting Solutions | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Growing National firm looking to add a talented Engineering Manager – Distribution to their Columbus team. Responsibiliti... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Blue Star Partners LLC | Columbus, OH

    Blue Star Partners LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Title:Engineering Construction Project Manager. Location. Columbus, OH (Hybrid – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Onsite)... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Verista, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Verista, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Verista's. 500 experts team up with the world's most recognizable brands in the life science industry to sol... more

    7 Days Ago

  • AVI Foodsystems | Columbus, OH

    AVI Foodsystems | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. The. Field Marketing Manager. is responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives across a define... more

    5 Days Ago

  • America's Floor Source | Columbus, OH

    America's Floor Source | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Summary. The Field Manager leads day-to-day field operations for AFS, ensuring that every flooring installation ... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Michael Page International Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Michael Page International Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Lead highimpact MEP deliveryShape major projects endtoendAbout Our ClientYou'll join a wellestablished, industryrecognized construction organization known ... more

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FAQ about Field Engineering Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Field Engineering Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Field Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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