As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Diesel Engineer in the United States is $109,730. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $99,405 to $117,602, with most professionals earning between $90,004 and $124,770.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary | $90,004 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary | $99,405 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary | $109,730 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary | $117,602 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Diesel Engineer Salary | $124,770 | US | April 01, 2025 |
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0 - 2 years experience
Bachelor's Degree
2 - 4 years experience
Bachelor's Degree
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