
The average American Water Works Principal Engineer in Los Angeles earns an estimated $163,694 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $134,761 with a $28,933 bonus. American Water Works' Principal Engineer compensation is $1,971 more than the US average for a Principal Engineer. Principal Engineer salaries at American Water Works in Los Angeles can range from $65,000 - $213,000.
In Los Angeles, The Engineering Department at American Water Works earns $13,343 more on average than the Sales Department.
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In Los Angeles, Principal Engineers earn $5,017 more than Lead Engineers, and $8,256 less than Group Engineering Managers.
In Los Angeles, The Engineering Department averages $13,343 more than the Sales Department, and $7,167 less than the Legal Department
The average female Principal Engineer at companies similar size to American Water Works reported making $149,701, while the average male Principal Engineer at similar sized companies reported making $169,257.
The average Asian or Pacific Islander Principal Engineer at companies similar size to American Water Works reported making $171,785, while the average Hispanic or Latino Principal Engineer at similar sized companies reported making $137,667.
The majority of Principal Engineers at American Water Works believe they're compensated fairly. 100% of Principal Engineers at American Water Works say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (64%) are satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at American Water Works