How much does a CAE Designer I make in the United States? The average CAE Designer I salary in the United States is $74,097 as of July 25, 2023, but the range typically falls between $65,170 and $82,903. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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CAE Designer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile CAE Designer I Salary $57,043 US July 25, 2023
25th Percentile CAE Designer I Salary $65,170 US July 25, 2023
50th Percentile CAE Designer I Salary $74,097 US July 25, 2023
75th Percentile CAE Designer I Salary $82,903 US July 25, 2023
90th Percentile CAE Designer I Salary $90,920 US July 25, 2023
25% $65,170 10% $57,043 90% $90,920 75% $82,903 $74,097 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for CAE Designer I

CAE Designer I utilizes computer-aided engineering (CAE) software tools to support and optimize the design engineering process for products, components, or structures. Creates prototypes, layouts and models for product components, a system, or a manufacturing process using CAE tools. Being a CAE Designer I performs analysis to find flaws or inefficiencies in designs and to model solutions. Collects and assembles data. Additionally, CAE Designer I employs CAE tools to enable benchmarking, concept design, prototype development, simulation, and testing protocols. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline. Typically reports to a manager. The CAE Designer I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a CAE Designer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)... View full job description

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City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
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City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
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