50% of professionals earn between $12,096 - $26,000 USD
The median salary is $14,583
The average salary for a Chief Engineer in United States is USD 14,583 - USD 26,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 20,292 per year, based on 5,420 active job listings.
The cities with the most Chief Engineer job opportunities in United States are Aurora, Washington, New York, Wilmington, Huntsville. Aurora leads with 183 job openings.
Leading employers for Chief Engineer roles in United States include CBRE, Concord Hospitality Enterprises, Cushman & Wakefield, EMCOR Government Services, Inc., Hotels AI.
Explore 5,420 Chief Engineer job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.