Entry Level Salary for Petroleum Engineers

The average salary for an entry level Petroleum Engineer is $77,546. An experienced Petroleum Engineer makes about $135,190 per year.

Petroleum engineers design and develop methods for extracting oil and gas from deposits below the Earth’s surface. Petroleum engineers also find new ways to extract oil and gas from older wells. Find more career information.

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    Our client is seeking Water/Wastewater Engineers across multiple levels to support the growth of their US offices, with active hiring in key regions including Texas, Florida, the Carolinas, Denver, New York, and...

  • Mechanical Engineer - Aperture Group - Columbus,OH

    Mechanical Engineer II Location: Greater Nashville, TN area (Hybrid, Onsite 2-3 days/week) Position Overview: We're partnering with a growing...

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