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How much does a Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III make in Santa Clara, CA? The average Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III salary in Santa Clara, CA is $132,000 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $115,000 and $151,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III Salary $99,522 Santa Clara,CA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III Salary $115,000 Santa Clara,CA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III Salary $132,000 Santa Clara,CA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III Salary $151,700 Santa Clara,CA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III Salary $169,636 Santa Clara,CA May 28, 2024
25% $115,000 10% $99,522 90% $169,636 75% $151,700 $132,000 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III creates prototypes, layouts and models for product components, a system, or a manufacturing process using CAE tools. Utilizes computer-aided engineering (CAE) software tools to support and optimize the design engineering process for products, components, or structures. Being a Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III collects and assembles data. Performs analysis to find flaws or inefficiencies in designs and to model solutions. In addition, Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III employs CAE tools to enable benchmarking, concept design, prototype development, simulation, and testing protocols. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline. Typically reports to a manager. Being a Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Working as a Computer-Aided Engineering Designer III typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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