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How much does a R & D Engineer make in New Jersey? The average R & D Engineer salary in New Jersey is $131,100 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $115,900 and $147,900. 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.

R & D Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile R & D Engineer Salary $102,061 NJ March 26, 2024
25th Percentile R & D Engineer Salary $115,900 NJ March 26, 2024
50th Percentile R & D Engineer Salary $131,100 NJ March 26, 2024
75th Percentile R & D Engineer Salary $147,900 NJ March 26, 2024
90th Percentile R & D Engineer Salary $163,196 NJ March 26, 2024
25% $115,900 10% $102,061 90% $163,196 75% $147,900 $131,100 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The R & D Engineer applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities. Conducts research and development activities for an organization. Being a R & D Engineer assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget. Summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies. In addition, R & D Engineer develops technical documentation for all projects. May require an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. Being a R & D Engineer contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a R & D Engineer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    R & D Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Product Research and Development Manager

    5 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $135,112 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $137,503 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $137,622 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $134,992 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $139,655 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $135,112 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $133,079 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $134,155 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $137,622 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $135,112 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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