Engineering (General) Degree — Jobs & Salaries

Engineering career paths across mechanical, civil, electrical, and other disciplines.

Avg. Median Salary

$123,479

Highest Paying

$171,270

Entry-Level

$100,840

Career Paths

Career Paths with a Engineering (General) Degree

#	Job Title	Median Salary	Salary Range	Jobs
1	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$171,270	$120,810 – $262,760	220,260
2	Petroleum Engineers	$144,910	$81,440 – $253,200	18,060
3	Aerospace Engineers	$134,960	$86,700 – $205,890	67,710
4	Chemical Engineers	$125,040	$79,420 – $182,880	21,070
5	Electrical Engineers	$120,630	$76,550 – $184,300	198,750
6	Environmental Engineers	$107,110	$69,990 – $162,220	38,340
7	Mechanical Engineers	$104,110	$73,990 – $164,340	296,810
8	Industrial Engineers	$102,440	$74,370 – $159,860	365,740
9	Civil Engineers	$100,840	$68,240 – $163,220	367,840

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS. Degree-to-occupation mapping based on common career paths.