Chief Petroleum Engineer Salary
Updated on: Dec 24, 2025
How much does a Chief Petroleum Engineer make?
The average Chief Petroleum Engineer in the US makes $115,227. The average bonus for a Chief Petroleum Engineer is $2,879 which represents 2.56% of their salary, with 5% of people reporting that they receive a bonus each year. Chief Petroleum Engineers make the most in San Jose, CA at $227,502 averaging total compensation 97% greater than US average.
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