Principal Design Engineer
Annual salary range
₹15 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Design Engineer Salary in Mumbai (Updated 2025)
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latest salaries
• updated:
8 Mar 2025
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Principal Design Engineer Salary in Mumbai ranges between ₹15 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs for 10 years of experience to 18 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 30 latest salaries received from Principal Design...
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NXP Semiconductors Principal Design Engineer Salary
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Mumbai
(14 salaries)
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₹17.3 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr | |
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16
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Mumbai
(8 salaries)
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₹15 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr | |
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19
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Mumbai
(3 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
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31
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Mumbai
(3 salaries)
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₹19 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr | |
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15
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Mumbai
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₹18.3 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr | |
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12
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Mumbai
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₹18.9 L/yr - ₹24.2 L/yr | |
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18
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Mumbai
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₹20.3 L/yr - ₹25.9 L/yr | |
12 yrs
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Mumbai
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₹19.8 L/yr - ₹25.3 L/yr | |
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11 yrs
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Mumbai
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₹14.4 L/yr - ₹18.4 L/yr | |
6 yrs
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Mumbai
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹7.6 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Design Engineers
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Digital Core Technologies
Principal Design Engineer
12 years exp.
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Maire Tecnimont
Principal Design Engineer
12 years exp.
2w ago
Microchip Technology
Principal Design Engineer
16 years exp.
1mo ago
Schneider Electric
Principal Design Engineer
11 years exp.
2mo ago
Parason Machinery
Principal Design Engineer
12 years exp.
2mo ago
Ramboll
Principal Design Engineer
14 years exp.
3mo ago
Ramboll
Principal Design Engineer
13 years exp.
3mo ago
Cadence Design Systems
Principal Design Engineer
12 years exp.
3mo ago
MTU
Principal Design Engineer
10 years exp.
3mo ago
Ampere Computing
Principal Design Engineer
14 years exp.
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Principal Design Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
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10
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
11
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
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12
years
(8
salaries)
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
13
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹17.5 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
14
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹18.5 L/yr - ₹23.3 L/yr |
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Principal Design Engineer Jobs in Mumbai
Principal Design Engineer
· 5-8 years
Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Design Engineer
· 4-7 years
Cadence
Principal Design Engineer
· 5-10 years
Infineon Technologies Semiconductor India Private Limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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Principal Design Engineer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Design Engineer
9 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹57 L/yr |
Chennai
Principal Design Engineer
12 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
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Pune
Principal Design Engineer
10 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹20.2 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
New Delhi
Principal Design Engineer
10 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Principal Design Engineer
10 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹15.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
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Principal Design Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Engineering & Construction Principal Design Engineer
10 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Principal Design Engineer
10 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹22.6 L/yr |
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Semiconductors Principal Design Engineer
9 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹30 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
Manufacturing Principal Design Engineer
8 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹70 L/yr |
Software Product Principal Design Engineer
9 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹16.5 L/yr - ₹54 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Design Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Design Engineer in India?
The salary of a Principal Design Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Design Engineer salaries ranges from ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹51.0 Lakhs to ₹98.4 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 30 salaries received from various Principal Design Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹51.0 Lakhs to ₹98.4 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 30 salaries received from various Principal Design Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal Design Engineers?
Principal Design Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| NXP Semiconductors Principal Design Engineer Salary | ₹51 Lakhs to ₹98.4 Lakhs per year |
| Petrofac Engineering India Principal Design Engineer Salary | ₹18 Lakhs to ₹33 Lakhs per year |
| Worley Principal Design Engineer Salary | ₹20 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs per year |
| Jacobs Engineering Group Principal Design Engineer Salary | ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹22.6 Lakhs per year |
| Tecnimont Principal Design Engineer Salary | ₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Principal Design Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Principal Design Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Design Engineer are
Salary expectations for Principal Design Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹57.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹20.2 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹51.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Design Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Design Engineer in India are:
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹22.6 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in Semiconductors | ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in Manufacturing | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Design Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹16.5 Lakhs to ₹54.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Design Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Design Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Design Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Design Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 10 years | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
| 12 years | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year |
| 13 years | ₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
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