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Hydraulic Engineer

Design and implement hydraulic systems by utilizing modeling software to meet infrastructure project requirements and ensure industry compliance.

60 000 – 130 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
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Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
4-6 years
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Possible
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
4-6 years
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Possible
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Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
60 000 – 75 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
75 000 – 95 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
95 000 – 130 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry into the field is often through internships or graduate trainee programs in engineering firms or government agencies.

Related engineering degrees can transition with supplementary hydraulic training.

Training — United States

Hydraulic engineers generally complete a bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering with courses focused on hydraulics and fluid mechanics.

Additional certifications such as the Professional Engineer license enhance employability.

The job market — United States

The job market for hydraulic engineers is moderate with demand driven by infrastructure projects and environmental management.

Employers include consulting firms, construction companies, and government departments.

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How to become a Hydraulic Engineer?

How to train for this job

Programmes suggested by Ulydia to enter this profession.

Civil Engineering
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Civil Engineering
California State Polytechnic UniversityPomona
Bachelor's
Construction Engineering
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Construction Engineering
Kennesaw State UniversityKennesaw
Bachelor's

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