Frequently asked questions about Structural Engineer salaries
The average salary for Structural Engineer is A$87,000 per year or A$42 per hour, with top earners making up to A$133,000 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from A$76,000 (25th percentile) to A$101,000 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 998 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Structural Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Structural Engineer is A$101,000 per year, A$8,417 per month or A$49 per hour.
The lowest salary for Structural Engineer is A$76,000 per year, A$6,333 per month or A$37 per hour.
Structural engineering salaries are high, reflecting the field’s significant barriers to entry. A bachelors degree in structural engineering or a related field considered a minimum qualification, although many companies strongly prefer candidates with internship or work placement experience. Once hired, structural engineers typically work full-time and are paid a salary with full benefits. Structural engineers are usually well compensated for their work with above average pay, reflecting the relatively high educational barriers to entry as well as additional training required.
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