▼13%
$110,173
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$88k
MEDIAN
$110k
90%
$147k
The average salary for a Senior Research Engineer, Materials is $110,173 in 2025
Base Salary
$88k - $147k
Bonus
$4k - $23k
Total Pay
$88k - $151k
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Research Engineer, Materials
Medical
85%
Dental
85%
Vision
81%
None
15%
Gender Breakdown for Senior Research Engineer, Materials
Male
60.0%
Female
40.0%
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FAQs About Senior Research Engineer, Materials
What is the highest pay for Senior Research Engineer, Materials?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Research Engineer, Materials is $147k / year
What is the lowest pay for Senior Research Engineer, Materials?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Research Engineer, Materials is $88k / year
How can Senior Research Engineer, Materials increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Senior Research Engineer, Materials is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Research Engineer, Materials that oversees more junior Senior Research Engineer, Materials, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.