18% is the standard placement fee for engineering roles (non-software), generating approximately $17,600 on a typical $97,778 placement. These fees trend slightly lower than the 20% average, reflecting a broader talent pool.
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Standard Engineering (Non-Software) fee: 18%
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Avg. Salary: $100,000
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Avg. Salary: $100,000
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Avg. Salary: $94,444
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Avg. Salary: $105,556
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Avg. Salary: $88,889
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Data Sources:
Salary ranges and employment data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program and O*NET OnLine, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration.
