2016 SALARY GUIDE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY MEDICAL SCIENCE

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1 2016 SALARY GUIDE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY MEDICAL SCIENCE

2 2016 SALARY GUIDE Every day, engineering, technology, medical and science professionals are helping us overcome challenges, find new solutions and change the way we live and work. Our 2016 Salary Guide provides the most accurate national and regional salary data you need to recruit, retain and pay these talented people at all levels. We hope this information gives you an edge when competing for the talent you need to drive and support innovation. ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY 1 ing 4 Aerospace 5 Energy 7 Oil & Gas 10 Mining 12 Technical 13 Project Management 15 Applications & Software Development 18 Network Administration 20 Database Development & Administration 21 Web Design 23 Help Desk MEDICAL 24 Medical Allied 26 Medical Pharmaceutical 26 Radiology 27 Nursing SCIENCE 29 Science & Laboratory 31 Science Biotechnology 32 Science Pharmaceutical ABOUT THE SALARIES IN THIS GUIDE Our current, comprehensive salary figures are based on research conducted by CareerBliss, a career community dedicated to helping people find happiness in the workplace and in life. The data is thoroughly vetted and verified. The salary figures reflect typical cash compensation for an individual s job based on location, experience, education, certifications and company size. Salaries for your positions may be further influenced by benefits offered, local supply and demand trends and other considerations. The data in our guide represents average base salary only. All salaries are in U.S. dollars. Company size and annual revenues are based on the following: S = under $250 million M = $250 million to $1 billion L = over $1 billion

3 ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING Biomedical Buyer CAD Drafter Chemical Civil CNC Machinist Northeast CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT S 61,148 77,225 44,886 70,497 62,163 52,241 M 65,611 83,107 48,558 75,836 66,840 56,137 L 68,791 87,084 49,896 78,289 70,169 58,841 Middle-Atlantic DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV, Washington, DC S 60,933 76,426 44,674 69,643 61,922 51,791 M 64,974 82,474 48,359 75,381 65,485 55,701 L 68,240 86,589 49,453 77,619 69,767 58,351 Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI S 60,208 75,205 44,451 69,122 60,764 51,396 M 64,539 81,946 47,870 75,078 64,114 55,406 L 68,015 84,929 49,286 77,489 67,819 57,717 South AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX S 58,352 73,437 43,788 67,794 59,632 50,217 M 63,550 80,269 45,802 73,110 63,922 54,245 L 67,261 84,278 48,930 77,154 67,438 56,550 West AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY S 62,839 79,133 45,496 72,322 63,235 53,625 M 66,709 84,148 48,741 76,639 66,990 56,439 L 71,159 88,225 50,600 78,808 71,050 59,212 ENGINEERING Biomedical Designs, develops and provides safety testing, repair and maintenance of biomedical equipment. Ensures that the biomedical equipment is in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and quality control standards. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of direct experience in the field. Relies on limited experience and judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor. Buyer Plans and releases orders for product, materials, supplies and services according to need. Analyzes demand patterns and capacity to determine appropriate levels of stock and ordering frequency. Monitors overall inventory levels. Coordinates with vendors and suppliers on a daily basis. Requires a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience. CAD Drafter Transforms rough product designs into working documents using Computer- Aided Design (CAD). Reviews engineering drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards. May require an associate s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Chemical Designs and initiates processes for the manufacturing of chemicals and related products such as cement, detergents, gasoline, plastics and synthetics. Runs experiments to aid in the development of improved procedures and processes. May require a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of experience. Civil Designs and supervises construction projects such as airports, bridges, channels, dams, railroads and roads. Estimates costs and personnel and material needs, prepares proposals and establishes schedules. May require a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Typically reports to a supervisor. CNC Machinist Programs computer numeric-controlled production equipment. May require a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on limited experience and judgment. Works under immediate supervision. Some degree of creativity is required. adeccousa.com/salaryguide 1

4 ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING continued Design Electrical ing Environmental Expeditor Field Northeast CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT S 63,587 68,409 46,774 68,931 37,461 60,839 M 68,237 73,553 49,409 73,913 40,214 65,852 L 70,772 77,636 52,155 76,593 41,486 69,587 Middle-Atlantic DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV, Washington, DC S 62,702 67,942 46,529 67,483 36,983 59,884 M 67,978 72,653 49,041 73,438 40,090 65,771 L 69,999 75,020 51,757 76,337 41,164 68,863 Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI S 62,416 67,428 43,810 67,227 36,611 59,806 M 67,121 72,122 48,295 73,268 39,961 62,133 L 69,575 74,506 51,221 75,872 40,925 68,443 South AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX S 61,407 66,520 43,021 67,161 36,098 59,001 M 66,048 70,775 47,350 71,234 38,451 61,987 L 69,411 74,448 50,413 74,597 40,777 67,894 West AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY S 64,027 70,230 46,922 70,144 38,233 61,422 M 69,234 73,805 50,298 74,310 40,460 66,379 L 70,903 78,480 53,331 77,651 41,793 70,396 Design Designs new products and makes improvements to existing ones. Evaluates products, parts or processes for cost efficiency and reliability. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Electrical Designs, tests, installs and maintains large-scale electronic equipment or machinery. Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software. Applies principles and techniques of electrical engineering. Requires a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Typically reports to a supervisor. ing Establishes, checks and corrects operational and experimental electrical machinery, circuitry and equipment. Requires a high school degree or equivalent with 0-3 years of experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Environmental Identifies, assesses, reports and resolves problems concerning the environment. May also design, install, operate and maintain measuring apparatus to determine the level of air, land and water pollutants. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Expeditor Facilitates and expedites the flow of materials to and from various departments. Deals with vendors to ensure prompt and accurate delivery. Inspects goods upon delivery. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-2 years experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Field Travels to a site to troubleshoot equipment problems. May work for a product manufacturer or be employed by a dedicated team of repairmen. 2

5 2016 SALARY GUIDE Instrumentation Machinist Manufacturing Mechanical Metallurgical Project Process Quality Control Inspector 61,922 42,828 72,953 65,813 71,772 83,983 65,691 36,204 66,407 44,187 78,491 71,738 76,725 91,887 70,638 37,897 68,308 47,879 79,935 75,825 80,132 98,409 74,407 39,890 61,453 41,922 72,656 65,448 71,417 83,562 64,810 35,754 65,715 44,063 77,879 71,115 76,497 91,467 69,915 37,632 68,075 47,635 79,421 74,794 79,789 97,282 73,689 39,142 60,300 39,821 71,926 63,999 70,475 82,323 63,496 35,485 65,031 43,961 77,525 70,995 75,820 90,646 69,668 37,448 67,714 47,201 79,390 74,157 78,415 95,568 73,286 38,960 59,563 38,411 69,881 63,116 68,251 81,098 62,703 35,054 63,854 43,820 75,234 68,799 73,298 87,174 67,631 36,933 67,344 47,051 79,346 73,400 78,325 95,008 72,721 38,560 63,649 43,416 75,014 66,802 72,035 86,094 66,292 36,426 66,752 46,843 78,731 73,032 77,459 94,148 71,586 38,422 69,405 48,384 81,532 76,530 80,511 98,960 74,682 40,574 Instrumentation Calibrates, maintains, repairs and troubleshoots instrumentation and equipment for laboratory and manufacturing plants to ensure conformance to established calibration standards. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 2-5 years of experience. Relies on limited experience and judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor. Machinist Assembles, repairs and fabricates metal parts by operating mechanical equipment. Uses blueprints and design sketches to ensure the proper dimensions and tolerance levels. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Certain certifications may be required, as well as 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Manufacturing Designs work processes, tools and/or machines of varying types. Sets up new equipment, ensures its satisfactory operation and instructs others on proper use. Writes procedures for operating new or existing equipment. Requires a bachelor s degree and 3-5 years of experience in the field. Typically reports to a department head. Mechanical Designs, develops and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment and machinery. Applies knowledge of engineering principles to the design of engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc. May require a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-3 years of experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Metallurgical Designs and initiates processes for the manufacturing of metals from ores and for the operating production equipment. May require a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines to perform job functions. Works under immediate supervision. Project Prepares schedules and forecasts resource allocations. May work in conjunction with or in place of a project manager. Process Designs and implements manufacturing processes, equipment and plans to achieve production goals. Identifies and develops process and equipment needed to produce specific products, parts and components. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines to perform job functions. Typically reports to a manager or head of a department. Quality Control Inspector Performs quality control inspections, checks and tests during the manufacturing process. Inspects materials, parts and products at different stages of production. Records observations and makes recommendations for improvement. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Relies on limited experience and judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor. adeccousa.com/salaryguide 3

6 ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING continued AEROSPACE Quality Scheduler Software Aerospace Composite Sheet Metal Mechanic Northeast CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT S 71,772 59,593 66,277 65,701 65,416 48,310 M 75,290 64,089 69,848 69,318 70,163 53,048 L 79,676 68,667 76,239 72,861 74,445 60,106 Middle-Atlantic DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV, Washington, DC S 70,713 58,231 65,558 65,359 64,655 47,788 M 74,639 64,023 68,634 68,113 69,138 52,732 L 78,679 67,818 74,852 72,562 73,117 56,775 Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI S 68,223 57,786 64,355 64,570 64,305 46,978 M 73,603 63,790 68,250 67,157 68,934 52,069 L 77,573 66,599 73,703 71,462 72,576 55,914 South AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX S 66,594 55,668 62,688 63,943 63,242 45,890 M 72,795 62,468 67,743 67,079 67,388 49,643 L 77,505 66,081 73,148 70,921 72,234 55,336 West AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY S 72,298 59,718 67,208 66,586 66,402 48,939 M 75,306 64,467 72,089 69,636 71,212 54,796 L 80,730 70,573 76,538 73,231 74,792 61,266 Quality Performs inspections and sets quality assurance testing models for analysis of raw materials, materials in process and finished products. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Scheduler Helps schedule all power purchases and sales as they come in. Provides necessary data to generate profit and loss statements. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Software Designs, modifies, develops, writes and implements software programming applications. Supports and/or installs software applications/operating systems. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Typically reports to a manager. AEROSPACE Aerospace Designs and supervises the construction of aircrafts and associated parts such as airframe, auxiliaries, communication equipment, controls, fuselage and power plants. Analyzes results of stress tests on various aircraft and missile parts and conducts research to determine flight characteristics. Requires a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Composite Develops, processes and tests materials used to create a range of products, from computer chips and aircraft wings to golf clubs and snow skis. Helps select them and develop new ways to use materials. Requires a bachelor s degree in materials science, engineering or a related field. Sheet Metal Mechanic Fabricates or installs products that are made from thin metal sheets, such as ducts used for heating and air conditioning. 4

7 2016 SALARY GUIDE ENERGY Structural Design Tool Designer/ Tool Design Civil/ Structural Contract Administrator Controls Electrical Electrical Substation Control Designer Environmental 58,075 64,020 63,131 56,861 63,336 68,665 50,851 60,143 64,262 69,196 67,952 61,543 68,043 76,940 54,019 64,132 67,723 73,490 71,718 65,104 75,211 82,810 57,097 67,326 57,955 62,784 62,610 55,085 62,253 67,618 50,824 59,596 63,991 68,501 67,757 61,359 67,672 75,968 53,721 62,800 66,809 71,593 70,611 63,187 71,551 81,353 55,929 65,918 57,028 61,826 61,995 54,267 61,433 66,595 50,448 58,481 63,591 68,018 67,411 59,882 66,923 74,210 53,407 62,231 66,153 71,382 69,376 63,022 70,501 81,080 55,314 65,458 56,619 61,420 60,174 53,488 60,934 65,197 49,858 57,536 61,209 64,322 63,643 58,509 64,932 70,191 51,514 61,743 65,703 70,646 68,991 62,806 69,696 79,114 54,751 65,276 60,618 64,232 63,285 57,060 63,830 69,238 50,922 60,760 64,725 69,863 68,714 61,807 68,134 77,434 54,275 64,912 70,349 75,710 72,267 65,941 76,505 86,902 57,705 68,073 Structural Design Designs load-bearing structures or structural elements, such as buildings, bridges or roadways. Analyzes building materials for use in construction. Develops blueprints or specifications and ensures all projects comply with applicable codes and regulations. Determines cause of structural failures, damages and defects. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on limited experience and judgment. Some degree of creativity is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor. Tool Designer/Tool Design Designs new products and makes improvements to existing products. May evaluate products, parts or processes for cost efficiency and reliability. Works with other members of the engineering staff to ensure that production is completed in a timely manner. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. ENERGY Civil/Structural Designs and supervises construction projects. Estimates costs, personnel and material needs. Prepares proposals and establishes schedules. May require a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines to perform job functions. Works under immediate supervision. Contract Administrator Aids in the preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contract proposals. Prepares bids and negotiates specifications and provisions. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Works under direct supervision. Controls Designs, develops and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment and machinery. Requires a bachelor s degree in electrical engineering and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Electrical Designs, tests, installs and maintains largescale electronic equipment or machinery for use in manufacturing or power generation or transmission. May use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment. Requires a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Electrical Substation Control Designer Designs and develops layouts for electrical circuits or systems for power distribution. Requires basic knowledge of electrical equipment and local building codes. May require a bachelor s degree in a related area. Relies on instructions and guidelines to perform job functions. Works under immediate supervision. Environmental Identifies, assesses and resolves problems concerning the environment. Ensures conformance to federal, state and local legislation. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. adeccousa.com/salaryguide 5

8 ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY ENERGY continued Firmware Instrumentation/ Calibration Materials Mechanical Nuclear Planner Northeast CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT S 108,113 41,839 62,035 67,021 72,991 57,108 M 111,859 44,435 68,906 72,075 78,904 63,580 L 122,482 48,150 72,671 80,587 82,194 69,450 Middle-Atlantic DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV, Washington, DC S 104,899 41,491 61,370 66,601 71,522 56,990 M 111,422 44,072 67,658 71,795 78,533 62,344 L 120,988 48,029 71,303 78,797 80,700 66,769 Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI S 102,508 40,244 61,095 65,898 70,595 56,733 M 110,131 43,220 66,909 69,568 77,096 61,587 L 115,361 46,785 70,484 77,415 79,952 65,923 South AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX S 99,839 38,255 60,120 63,261 70,338 55,431 M 109,574 42,424 64,246 69,366 75,065 60,723 L 115,013 46,337 69,911 75,431 79,557 65,423 West AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY S 108,647 42,050 63,323 68,502 74,182 58,908 M 114,235 45,056 69,791 73,489 79,075 63,829 L 123,888 48,658 76,603 83,542 83,447 72,504 Firmware Creates, tests and debugs firmware. Writes new codes and assists in manufacturing or working in other design duties. Collaborates with programmers and hardware designers. Instrumentation/Calibration Calibrates, maintains, repairs and troubleshoots instrumentation and equipment. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-3 years of related experience. Relies on instructions and guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Materials Plans for the most cost-effective utilization of materials. Applies knowledge of material science to recommend engineering and manufacturing changes to attain design objectives. Reviews blueprints and specifications to determine the appropriate materials needed. May require a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Mechanical Designs, develops and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment and machinery. Applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products. May be involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation and/or repair of mechanical products. May require a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-3 years of relevant experience. Nuclear Designs, initiates and researches nuclear equipment and systems. Monitors testing, operation and maintenance of nuclear reactors. May require a bachelor s degree in engineering and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Planner Gathers performance data and assesses whether or not departments are performing according to production schedules. Produces reports that evaluate plant capacity and identify areas where improvements can be made. Requires a bachelor s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Relies on experience and judgment. Works under general supervision. 6

9 2016 SALARY GUIDE OIL & GAS Project Scheduler Systems Quality Geological Mining Geologist Mining I Mining II 53,949 59,198 67,461 60,558 61, ,008 59,604 76,523 60,910 64,617 76,585 66,056 66, ,663 64,248 81,225 68,297 68,819 82,342 68,264 69, ,328 66,277 83,529 52,877 58,352 66,024 60,130 60, ,321 59,212 74,246 60,547 63,863 76,315 65,621 66, ,426 63,330 80,877 67,541 67,531 80,893 68,073 68, ,779 65,954 83,332 52,625 57,951 65,157 59,122 60, ,325 58,183 73,704 59,460 63,187 73,809 65,023 65, ,207 62,198 80,025 63,602 67,119 79,204 67,081 68, ,331 65,721 83,056 51,821 56,185 62,493 58,380 59, ,067 57,437 72,907 56,662 59,737 68,800 62,458 63, ,411 60,279 78,150 63,297 66,237 78,569 66,169 67, ,280 65,402 82,560 54,461 59,712 67,924 61,686 63, ,850 60,050 77,044 62,017 65,209 77,731 66,127 66, ,917 64,580 82,326 69,818 70,151 84,590 70,575 69, ,898 66,346 84,822 Project Prepares schedules and forecasts resource allocations. May work in conjunction with or in place of a project manager. Scheduler Helps schedule all power purchases and sales as they come in. Provides necessary data to generate profit and loss statements. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Systems Responsible for the planning and engineering of an organization s systems infrastructure. Includes the implementation and design of hardware and software. Monitors the performance of systems. Typically requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Relies on limited experience and judgment. Works under general supervision. Quality Performs inspections and sets quality assurance testing models for analysis of raw materials, materials in process and finished products. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. OIL & GAS Geological Designs mines for the safe and efficient removal of minerals, such as coal and metals, for manufacturing and utilities. Works mostly in mining operations in remote locations, sometimes also in sand-andgravel operations located near larger cities. A bachelor s degree from an accredited engineering program is required. Mining Geologist Studies the relationship between geology and ore formation and locates new mineral resources. Responsible for assessing and analyzing geological data in order to advise on short-term and long-term mine production plans. Conducts surveys and interprets geological data to inform drilling and production procedures. Ensures all procedures adhere to health and safety regulations and pit mapping. Mining I Prepares and inspects projects involving underground or surface mining. Responsible for planning and design of mine to ensure maximum stability. Oversees the construction of shafts and tunnels. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years experience in the field. Works under general supervision. Some creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor. Mining II Prepares and inspects projects involving underground or surface mining. Responsible for planning and design of mine to ensure maximum stability. Oversees the construction of shafts and tunnels. Requires a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience. May manage others. Some creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor. adeccousa.com/salaryguide 7

10 ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY OIL & GAS continued Mining III Mining IV Mining V Reservoir Geologist I Geologist II Northeast CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT S 83,167 95, , ,211 49,548 65,904 M 89, , , ,230 52,997 70,878 L 91, , , ,940 54,138 73,836 Middle-Atlantic DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV, Washington, DC S 82,553 94, , ,763 49,358 65,493 M 89, , , ,438 52,580 70,678 L 91, , , ,660 53,929 72,523 Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI S 80,921 93, , ,030 49,208 65,343 M 87, , , ,330 51,751 69,791 L 91, , , ,094 53,751 72,059 South AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX S 80,201 91, , ,293 47,745 64,045 M 86,099 96, , ,501 51,134 67,538 L 90, , , ,882 53,654 71,418 West AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY S 83,905 96, , ,681 50,384 67,410 M 90, , , ,752 53,307 70,953 L 93, , , ,868 55,110 74,539 Mining III Prepares and inspects projects involving underground or surface mining. Responsible for planning and design of mine to ensure maximum stability. Oversees the construction of shafts and tunnels. Requires a bachelor s degree and 4-6 years of experience. Manages others. Extensive creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor. Mining IV Prepares and inspects projects involving underground or surface mining. Responsible for planning and design of mine to ensure maximum stability. Oversees the construction of shafts and tunnels. Requires a bachelor s degree and 6 years of experience. Manages others. Extensive creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor. Mining V Prepares and inspects projects involving underground or surface mining. Responsible for planning and design of mine to ensure maximum stability. Oversees the construction of shafts and tunnels. Requires a bachelor s degree and 8 years of direct experience in the field. Relies on extensive experience and judgment. Manages others. Extensive creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor. Reservoir Responsible for identifying oil and gas reserves and developing strategies to maximize recovery. Designs and tests new wells and monitors and predicts performance. Requires a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience. Some creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor. Geologist I Researches and studies rock layers and variations in rock formations and densities to identify new mineral deposits. Estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Tests mineral quality and purity to determine feasibility of mining. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Geologist II Researches and studies rock layers and variations in rock formations and densities to identify new mineral deposits. Estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Tests mineral quality and purity to determine feasibility of mining. Requires a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience. 8

11 2016 SALARY GUIDE Geologist III Geologist IV Geologist V Petroleum Petroleum Geologist I Petroleum Geologist II Petroleum Geologist III Petroleum Geologist IV 75,544 83,997 99, ,935 88, , , ,538 82,058 89, , ,620 93, , , ,724 84,381 92, , ,445 96, , , ,511 75,390 83,653 98, ,381 88, , , ,466 81,586 89, , ,871 92, , , ,872 83,471 92, , ,918 95, , , ,606 74,996 83,380 98, ,946 88, , , ,576 80,575 89, , ,109 91, , , ,991 82,940 91, , ,794 95, , , ,685 74,328 82,005 98,394 99,521 86, , , ,925 77,152 85, , ,207 90, , , ,330 82,721 90, , ,191 95, , , ,559 76,894 84, , ,735 89, , , ,026 82,476 90, , ,283 94, , , ,501 85,266 93, , ,430 96, , , ,075 Geologist III Researches and studies rock layers, variations in rock formations and densities to identify new mineral deposits. Estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Tests mineral quality and purity to determine feasibility of mining. Requires a bachelor s degree and 4-6 years of experience. Typically reports to a supervisor. Geologist IV Researches and studies rock layers, variations in rock formations and densities to identify new mineral deposits. Estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Tests mineral quality and purity to determine feasibility of mining. Requires a bachelor s degree and 6-8 years of experience. Manages others. Geologist V Researches and studies rock layers, variations in rock formations and densities to identify new mineral deposits. Estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Tests mineral quality and purity to determine feasibility of mining. Requires a bachelor s degree and 8-10 years of experience. May provide consultation on complex projects. Petroleum Designs and develops methods for extracting oil and gas from deposits below the earth s surface. Identifies new ways to extract oil and gas from older wells. Generally works in offices or research laboratories, but can also spend long periods of time at drilling sites. Requires a bachelor s degree in engineering. Petroleum Geologist I Studies and examines variations in rock formations and mineral samples to identify new gas and oil deposits. Analyzes the integrity of wells, and estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Works under immediate supervision. Petroleum Geologist II Studies and examines variations in rock formations and mineral samples to identify new gas and oil deposits. Analyzes the integrity of wells, and estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Requires a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience. Works under general supervision. Some creativity and latitude is required. Petroleum Geologist III Studies and examines variations in rock formations and mineral samples to identify new gas and oil deposits. Analyzes the integrity of wells, and estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Requires a bachelor s degree and 4-6 years of relevant experience. Extensive creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor. Petroleum Geologist IV Studies and examines variations in rock formations and mineral samples to identify new gas and oil deposits. Analyzes the integrity of wells, and estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Requires a bachelor s degree and 6-8 years of relevant experience. Manages others. Extensive creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or department head. adeccousa.com/salaryguide 9

12 ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY OIL & GAS continued MINING Petroleum Geologist V Drilling Extractive Metallurgist Chief Metallurgist Process Metallurgist Process Mining Northeast CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT S 187, ,498 61, ,920 61,131 73,862 M 192, ,724 65, ,190 65,964 80,031 L 199, ,891 68, ,607 67,864 82,725 Middle-Atlantic DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV, Washington, DC S 185, ,926 61, ,597 60,596 73,161 M 192, ,095 64, ,676 65,908 79,209 L 197, ,610 68, ,512 67,510 82,530 Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI S 182, ,563 60, ,582 60,509 72,773 M 190, ,723 64, ,178 65,770 78,042 L 195, ,241 67, ,715 67,170 81,339 South AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX S 181, ,094 60, ,857 58,410 72,408 M 189, ,672 63, ,337 63,658 76,112 L 194, ,422 67, ,201 67,075 81,134 West AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY S 188, ,357 62, ,515 62,456 74,476 M 193, ,235 66, ,596 66,814 80,765 L 200, ,392 69, ,521 68,496 83,641 Petroleum Geologist V Studies and examines variations in rock formations and mineral samples to identify new gas and oil deposits. Analyzes the integrity of wells, and estimates the depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Requires a bachelor s degree and 8-10 years of relevant experience. May provide consultation on complex projects. Typically reports to a manager or department head. Drilling Responsible for the design and implementation of oil and gas wells. Performs design evaluations and recommends alterations to improve safety, cost savings and efficiency. May conduct risk assessment and cost estimation. Requires a bachelor s degree in engineering and 2-4 years of relevant experience. MINING Extractive Metallurgist Originates, controls and develops flotation, smelting, electrolytic and other processes used in winning metals from ores, for producing iron and steel, or for refining gold, silver, zinc and other metals. Studies ore reduction problems to determine efficient methods of commercial production. Controls variables in blast-furnace operations and steel-melting furnaces. Chief Metallurgist May specialize in chemical, physical or process metallurgy. Chemical metallurgists extract metals from ores and study metal corrosion and fatigue. Physical metallurgists monitor the behavior of metals under stress and study changes in temperature. Process metallurgists shape and join metals and select the best metal for the job. Process Metallurgist Responsible for leading metallurgical control and development in an alloy products manufacturing environment. Assists in product improvements and quality control. Requires a bachelor s degree in metallurgy or metallurgical sciences. Process Mining Supervises a staff that prepares, inspects and works on mining projects. Ensures the staff performs project research, designs calculations and records accuracy of mining activities. May require a bachelor s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience. May require certification by the MSHA. 10

13 2016 SALARY GUIDE Mine Underground Mining Mining Exploration Exploration Geologist Hydrologist Plant Metallurgist 126,411 76,022 65,125 64,131 75,183 62,179 62, ,971 80,049 71,464 68,937 82,490 66,183 66, ,994 82,921 74,106 70,989 84,074 69,103 68, ,337 75,173 63,906 63,563 74,743 61,525 61, ,850 79,654 70,714 68,588 81,521 65,890 65, ,751 82,518 73,454 70,511 83,826 68,234 68, ,413 74,542 63,217 62,527 74,708 60,829 61, ,448 79,442 69,775 67,606 80,360 65,730 65, ,366 82,391 72,991 70,092 83,418 68,154 67, ,303 73,063 62,330 62,154 74,447 60,002 60, ,338 77,234 66,097 66,580 78,360 64,125 62, ,053 81,451 72,862 69,163 83,023 67,505 67, ,979 76,770 65,863 64,504 77,388 62,362 62, ,290 80,825 72,228 69,005 82,983 66,509 66, ,607 84,106 74,761 71,428 85,656 69,410 69,654 Mine Responsible for the overall management of mining projects. Assists in staffing, outlining project plans, setting project goals/ deadlines and evaluating performance. Ensures the safety and health of mine workers. Recommends corrective action when problems are detected. May require a bachelor s degree, 5-7 years of relevant experience and certification by the MSHA. Underground Mining Ensures the safe and economically sound development of mines and other surface and underground operations. Assesses viability of new sites and assists with planning the mine s structure. Manages and oversees mining production processes and supports the final closure and rehabilitation process. Mining Prepares and inspects projects involving underground or surface mining. Responsible for planning and design of mine to ensure maximum stability. Oversees the construction of shafts and tunnels. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field. Exploration Prepares and inspects projects involving drilling and exploration. Responsible for geological mapping, writing reports, site characterization, numerical modeling and analysis. Requires a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience. Exploration Geologist Identifies and assesses the location, quantity and quality of mineral deposits, ascertaining extraction risks, preparing reports and maps, analyzing geological data using specialist computer applications and advising managerial, technical and engineering staff. Plans explorations of sites for oil, gas, water, minerals, etc. Surveys and maps geologically promising sites. Collects, records and analyzes samples and data from test sites. Hydrologist Studies water and the water cycle. Uses expertise to solve problems in the areas of water quality or availability. Works in the field, offices and laboratories. Requires a master s degree with a background in the natural sciences and may need a license in some states. Plant Metallurgist Understands all metallurgical aspects relating to the operation of a concentrator, including ore management, dense medium separation, comminution, flotation, sampling and online instrumentation. Identifies and resolves issues that are preventing maximum metal recoveries and concentrate grades. Liaises with operational crews to achieve production targets. Requires a degree in metallurgy, chemical engineering or minerals processing. adeccousa.com/salaryguide 11

14 ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY TECHNICAL Business Analyst ERP Specialty Programmer Procurement/ Buyer Program Project Quality Assurance Northeast CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT S 61, ,279 66, ,801 78, ,792 M 67, ,477 71, ,917 84, ,050 L 74, ,504 75, ,748 91, ,601 Middle-Atlantic DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV, Washington, DC S 59, ,686 66, ,680 77, ,537 M 67, ,943 71, ,716 82, ,678 L 73, ,129 74, ,782 88, ,846 Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI S 58, ,667 64, ,688 75, ,081 M 66, ,566 70, ,585 81, ,160 L 71, ,200 73, ,881 87, ,978 South AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX S 56, ,016 62, ,291 73,813 99,340 M 62, ,105 68, ,577 80, ,743 L 70, ,115 72, ,968 86, ,128 West AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY S 62, ,286 67, ,869 79, ,389 M 68, ,351 72, ,776 85, ,238 L 75, ,600 76, ,704 94, ,084 TECHNICAL Business Analyst Analyzes and coordinates the logistical functions of a company. Responsible for the entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery and final disposal of resources. Interprets information to help solve problems and improve efficiency. Typically requires a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience. Typically reports to a manager. ERP Specialty Programmer Reviews, analyzes and modifies programming systems including encoding, testing and debugging to support an organization s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications. Ensures that software can be completely integrated into the ERP system. Designs new modules to improve system efficiency. May require a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Procurement/Buyer Buys products for organizations to use or resell. Evaluates suppliers, negotiates contracts and reviews product quality. Program Coordinates and monitors scheduling, pricing and technical performance of company programs. Negotiates contracts and contractual changes and coordinates preparation of proposals, plans, specifications and financial conditions of contracts. Develops new business and expands product line. Requires a bachelor s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience. Relies on extensive experience and judgment. Some degree of creativity is required. Typically reports to a department head. Project Oversees all aspects of projects to ensure coordination and completion. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress. Prepares status reports for upper management. May require a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience. Quality Assurance Manages, coordinates and leads the quality control program to ensure continuous production and consistency with established standards. Through intermediate personnel, manages workers engaged in activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, services and products. May require a bachelor s degree and 5-8 years of experience. 12

15 2016 SALARY GUIDE PROJECT MANAGEMENT Quality Control Technical Illustrator Technical Writer Test Project Business Analyst Business Data Analyst I Business Data Analyst II 98,340 60,162 51,706 48,529 78,040 60,292 44,678 55, ,772 66,077 55,722 53,317 84,493 64,399 57,028 71, ,457 69,621 58,187 56,967 89,501 66,514 72,104 86,772 97,406 59,530 50,085 47,640 76,893 60,011 44,031 54, ,592 65,308 55,364 53,103 83,373 63,708 56,281 70, ,024 68,770 56,804 56,766 88,550 66,321 71,346 85,859 96,459 59,144 49,249 46,455 76,596 58,454 43,860 54, ,831 64,062 54,562 52,458 81,027 63,553 54,652 68, ,283 67,770 56,642 56,223 87,524 65,292 70,510 84,853 93,534 57,571 48,919 46,084 74,263 57,598 42,472 53, ,713 61,338 53,572 50,650 80,481 61,091 54,259 67, ,182 67,195 56,392 55,144 85,806 65,003 69,064 83, ,025 60,578 52,135 49,209 78,685 60,863 45,034 56, ,545 66,792 56,041 53,843 85,218 64,686 57,500 71, ,236 70,414 58,997 59,471 92,629 66,681 74,488 89,640 Quality Control Oversees the evaluation of a finished product for quality and reliability. May assist in the development of quality control standards. Requires a bachelor s degree and 7-10 years of relevant experience. Relies on extensive experience and judgment. Manages others. Typically reports to a department head. Technical Illustrator Creates graphs, charts, schematics and two- and three-dimensional drawings for use in technical reports. May require an associate s degree in a related area with at least 3 years of work experience. Works under general supervision. Typically reports to a manager or department head. A degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Technical Writer Writes a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures and/or manuals for documentation. May be responsible for coordinating the graphics and production. May require a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Relies on instructions and established guidelines. Works under immediate supervision. Test Performs standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and records and analyzes results. Requires an associate s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Works under direct supervision. Some creativity and latitude is required. PROJECT MANAGEMENT Project Oversees the implementation and execution of project plans. Sets schedules, selects vendors and manages budgets. Communicates technical information and leads and directs the work of others. Requires a bachelor s degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Business Analyst Analyzes and coordinates logistical functions. Responsible for the entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery and final disposal of resources. Typically requires bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience. Typically reports to a manager. Business Data Analysts I Interprets data using simple data aggregation via statistical analysis or complex data mining. Designs, develops, implements and maintains business solutions. Works directly with clients and/or internal leaders to identify analytical requirements. Requires a bachelor s degree in area of specialty and 0-2 years of experience in the field or related area. Business Data Analysts II Interprets data using simple data aggregation via statistical analysis or complex data mining. Designs, develops, implements and maintains business solutions. Works directly with clients and/or internal leaders to identify analytical requirements. Requires a bachelor s degree in area of specialty and 2-4 years of experience in the field or related area. adeccousa.com/salaryguide 13

16 ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY PROJECT MANAGEMENT continued Business Data Analyst III Business Systems Analyst I Business Systems Analyst II Business Systems Analyst III Business Intelligence Analyst Business Intelligence Specialist Northeast CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT S 71,667 44,077 55,439 66,210 79,340 88,864 M 88,549 56,651 72,354 83,517 97, ,332 L 107,743 70,181 92, , , ,776 Middle-Atlantic DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV, Washington, DC S 70,629 43,439 54,635 65,251 78,191 87,577 M 87,391 55,910 71,407 82,424 96, ,915 L 106,610 69,443 91,361 99, , ,369 Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI S 70,355 43,270 54,424 64,998 77,888 87,238 M 84,861 54,291 69,340 80,038 93, ,820 L 105,360 68,629 90,290 98, , ,817 South AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX S 68,128 41,900 52,700 62,940 75,422 84,475 M 84,250 53,901 68,841 79,462 92, ,073 L 103,200 67,222 88,439 96, , ,136 West AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY S 72,238 44,428 55,880 66,737 79,972 89,572 M 89,283 57,120 72,953 84,209 98, ,229 L 111,304 72,501 95, , , ,198 Business Data Analysts III Interprets data using simple data aggregation via statistical analysis or complex data mining. Designs, develops, implements and maintains business solutions. Works directly with clients and/or internal leaders to identify analytical requirements. Requires a bachelor s degree in area of specialty and 4-6 years of experience in the field or related area. Business Systems Analyst I Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business systems and user needs. Documents requirements, defines scope and objectives, and formulates systems to parallel overall business strategies. Works under immediate supervision by a manager. May require an associate s degree in a related area and 0-2 years of experience in the field or related area. Business Systems Analyst II Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business systems and user needs. Documents requirements, defines scope and objectives, and formulates systems to parallel overall business strategies. May require an associate s degree in a related area and 2-4 years of experience in the field or related area. Business Systems Analyst III Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business systems and user needs. Documents requirements, defines scope and objectives, and formulates systems to parallel overall business strategies. May require an associate s degree in a related area and 4-6 years of experience in the field or related area. Business Intelligence Analyst Gathers data by mining a company s computer data through software, looking at competitor data and industry trends to see where the company stands in the industry, where they can improve and where they can reduce costs. Requires a bachelor s degree in business, management, accounting, economics or similar field. A master s degree in business administration (MBA) is often required. Business Intelligence Specialist Responsible for leading the strategic design and maintenance of business intelligence applications. Identifies, researches and resolves technical problems. Ensures business intelligence applications enhance business decision-making capabilities. Requires a bachelor s degree in area of specialty and 5 years of experience in the field or related area. 14

17 2016 SALARY GUIDE APPLICATIONS & SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Business Intelligence Architect Information Systems / Director Applications Development Applications Programming Applications I Applications II Applications III.NET Developer 105, ,487 90, ,740 46,605 59,773 73,286 57, , , , ,141 60,256 78,288 96,559 81, , , , ,788 81,149 97, , , , ,153 88, ,230 45,930 58,907 72,224 56, , , , ,818 59,468 77,264 95,296 80, , , , ,853 80,295 96, , , , ,186 88, ,602 45,752 58,679 71,944 56, , , , ,099 57,746 75,027 92,537 78, , , , ,075 79,354 95, , ,541 99, ,361 85, ,838 44,303 56,821 69,666 54, , , , ,712 57,331 74,488 91,871 77, , , , ,474 77,727 93, ,381 98, , ,544 90, ,349 46,976 60,249 73,869 58, , , , ,746 60,756 78,937 97,359 82, , , , ,117 83, , , ,213 Business Intelligence Architect Oversees complex data modeling and advanced project metadata development. Designs specifications and standards for semantic layers and multidimensional models for complex BI projects. Requires a bachelor s degree in area of specialty and 5 years of experience in the field or related area. Information Systems /Director Manages IT department. Implements and maintains policies and goals. Ensures proper functioning of the systems and oversees necessary upgrades. Helps utilize information systems to improve efficiencies. Ensures computer equipment, hardware and software are updated. Requires a bachelor s degree and 5 years of relevant experience. APPLICATIONS & SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Applications Development Responsible for planning, delegating and directing computer applications design, development and execution. Audits and analyzes existing applications, conducts meetings with senior level employees and provides leadership to project teams. Requires a bachelor s degree and a minimum of seven years of application development experience. Applications Programming Manages a team of programmers who are responsible for the organization s applications programming projects. Requires a bachelor s degree and 7 years of relevant experience. Relies on extensive experience and judgment. Typically reports to a department head. Applications I Responsible for designing, building and modifying computer programs and applications. Monitors the company s existing product capabilities as well as the competition s. Serves as technical representative to the sales team. Requires a bachelor s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Applications II Responsible for designing, building and modifying computer programs and applications. Monitors the company s existing product capabilities as well as the competition s. Serves as technical representative to the sales team. Requires a bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience. Applications III Responsible for designing, building and modifying computer programs and applications. Monitors the company s existing product capabilities as well as the competition s. Serves as technical representative to the sales team. Requires a bachelor s degree and 4-6 years of relevant experience..net Developer Responsible for building and executing software packages for websites, troubleshooting and debugging code. Has an understanding of SQL, C++, Javascript, CGI, HTML and other programming languages. May require a 4-year degree and 2 years of relevant experience. adeccousa.com/salaryguide 15