Industrial Engineering Technologist salary
From 59 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 17-3026: Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
At a glance
- Mostly Level II (mid-level). 67% of Industrial Engineering Technologist filings are Level II, compared with 42% across all H-1B filings.
- Median up 32% since FY2021. From $56,971 in FY2021 to $74,936 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Industrial Engineering Technologist H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 59 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Industrial Engineering Technologist jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 17-3026, Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians). The median base salary is $67,000, 45% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $54,956 and $84,063. The most common wage level is Level II (mid-level), at 67% of filings.
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Pay by level
Entry-level · 33% of filings
Mid-level · 67% of filings
Senior · 0% of filings
Expert · 0% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $54,309 | 14 |
| Level II · Qualified | $65,291 | 28 |
| Level III · Experienced | – | 0 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Industrial Engineering Technologist pay by city
Median base salary in each metro area. Rent: HUD Fair Market Rent, FY2027.
Show all 1 metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose, CA | $84,240 | 11 |
Metro areas with at least 10 filings for this occupation.
What a Industrial Engineering Technologist does
Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.
Typical tasks
- Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Oversee or inspect production processes.
- Identify opportunities for improvements in quality, cost, or efficiency of automation equipment.
- Develop or implement programs to address problems related to production, materials, safety, or quality.
- Test selected products at specified stages in the production process for performance characteristics or adherence to specifications.
- Create or interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, formulas, or blueprints for management or engineering staff.
Preparation
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians), the median annual wage was $66,120 in May 2025, with 75,570 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $67,000, 1% higher.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $50,800 | $47,300 |
| 25th percentile | $54,956 | $55,760 |
| Median | $67,000 | $66,120 |
| 75th percentile | $84,063 | $80,280 |
| 90th percentile | $114,817 | $99,150 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $50,800 |
| 25th | $54,956 |
| 50th (median) | $67,000 |
| 75th | $84,063 |
| 90th | $114,817 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | – | – | – | 3 |
| FY2021 | $56,971 | $45,302 | $66,560 | 25 |
| FY2022 | $75,000 | $72,432 | $96,750 | 11 |
| FY2023 | $58,282 | $50,211 | $62,400 | 17 |
| FY2024 | $66,560 | $60,000 | $81,120 | 17 |
| FY2025 | $63,000 | $54,372 | $80,896 | 35 |
| FY2026 | $74,936 | $64,334 | $90,625 | 24 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Industrial Engineering Technologist make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Industrial Engineering Technologist jobs is $67,000 (59 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $54,956 and $84,063.
What does an entry-level Industrial Engineering Technologist earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $54,309. Level I accounts for 33% of Industrial Engineering Technologist filings.
Do H-1B Industrial Engineering Technologists earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($67,000) is 1% higher than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($66,120, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.