Associate Engineer Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does an Associate Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average Associate Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $116,748 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $107,254 and $127,539. 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. 

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Associate Design and Analysis Engineer
BOEING - BERKELEY , MO
Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's
- 4 days ago
Principal Associate SailPoint Engineer
Capital One - RICHMOND , VA
Principal Associate SailPoint Engineer. Do you want to work for a tech company that writes its own code, develops its own software, and builds its own products
- 4 days ago
Associate Design and Analysis Engineer
BOEING - HAZELWOOD , MO
Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's
- 4 days ago
Principal Associate, Ping Engineer
Capital One - MCLEAN , VA
Principal Associate, Ping Engineer. Job Description. Do you want to work for a tech company that writes its own code, develops its own software, and builds its
- 4 days ago
Principal Associate SailPoint Engineer
Capital One - MCLEAN , VA
Principal Associate SailPoint Engineer. Do you want to work for a tech company that writes its own code, develops its own software, and builds its own products
- 4 days ago
Principal Associate, Ping Engineer
Capital One - RICHMOND , VA
Principal Associate, Ping Engineer. Job Description. Do you want to work for a tech company that writes its own code, develops its own software, and builds its
- 4 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Associate Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Associate Engineer ranges from $107,254 to $127,539 with the average base salary of $116,748. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $111,148 to $135,230 with the average total cash compensation of $121,876.

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Skills associated with Associate Engineer: Design

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