Salary Estimate
A Petroleum Engineer designs and develops methods for extracting oil and gas from beneath the surface of the earth. Determines the best process of extracting a deposit of gas or oil, designs drilling equipment, and develops and improves methods of extraction.
$118,108
Median
$72,506 Low
$144,426 High
Salary Details
| Location | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| United States | $118,108 |
| National | $118,108 |
| Location +/- | 0% |
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