HCLTech Chennai R&D Engineer Salaries by 40+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 5 years exp.

₹3 Lakhs - ₹7.4 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

53% less than the average R&D Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 5 years of experience

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Research & Development R&D Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (37 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr
Healthcare & Life Sciences R&D Engineer Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA R&D Engineer Salary 4 - 5 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr
Production, Manufacturing & Engineering R&D Engineer Salary 3 - 4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.9 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
Quality Assurance R&D Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

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HCLTech R&D Engineer Salary

1 - 5 years exp. (47 salaries)

₹3 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
HCL Group R&D Engineer Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (22 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr 20% more
TCS R&D Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 85% more
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Hitachi Energy R&D Engineer Salary 2 - 10 years exp. (34 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹19.4 L/yr 181% more	15 job openings
Tejas Networks R&D Engineer Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (23 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 175% more
Valeo R&D Engineer Salary 1 - 8 years exp. (18 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 109% more

R&D Engineer salary at HCLTech ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹7.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 47 latest salaries received from various employees of HCLTech.

Experience wise HCLTech R&D Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹4.4 L/yr
2 years (6 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr
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3 years (13 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
4 years (12 salaries)	₹3.3 L/yr - ₹5.9 L/yr
5 years (14 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr

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Top skills at HCLTech for R&D Engineer

Medical Devices Design Verification Detailing Analog Risk Analysis Socket Programming Data Structures Automation Testing Manufacturing D Solid Works C# DFMEA Full Stack Fixture Design

Salary related reviews for HCLTech

2.3

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

R&D Engineer in Chennai

ERS Department

3.0

• posted on 26 Sep 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

HCL put good effort to train their employees . Job security is good when compared to other IT firms.

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Salary breakup , when it comes to take home salary it shall be very less. very Poor appraisal. You will never know when will you get your appraisal , you have to keep on waiting . 90 days notice period , But HCL wont encourage recruiting candidates who has same notice period . PF amount is maintained by HCL trust , its nearly impossible to transfer out PF money when you move out.

Promotions - Poor

Deputy Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

3.0

• posted on 23 Mar 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Hybrid WFH Good learning opportunities for presales Skill development Good Managers

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Poor Work life balance Forced to work overtime and on weekends Compensatory off not given Poor appraisal system Very poor salary

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0

• posted on 20 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

No work pressure out side of your shift. Hybrid model to go to office.

Job security - Excellent

Dislikes

...s required by the team. Sometimes different shifts in the same week as well. 4. What is salary hike? never heard of it.

Salary - Bad

+4 more

Deputy Manager in Pune

Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

5.0

• posted on 13 Mar 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...to the mark.. Acquisition is happen but it's not smooth as compared to others...I would like to join again if they have clarity in the salary structure and position

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Policies and benefits, transport, medical and gratuity it's deducted from employees salary ..

Lead Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0

• posted on 23 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

No peaks as such

Dislikes

...ies. Unnecessary cost cuttings Work life is not balance in most of the projects. No growth no promotion no salary hike. They always expect your contribution in more than one project.

Salary - Bad

+6 more

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HCLTech R&D Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of R&D Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai?

The average salary of a R&D Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai typically ranges from ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 5 years).

The top 10% of R&D Engineer in Chennai at HCLTech earn more than ₹5.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹7.4 Lakhs per year. R&D Engineer Salaries at HCLTech can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 40+ HCLTech employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a R&D Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a R&D Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai typically ranges from ₹32,851 to ₹34,122 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 5 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 40+ salaries received from various employees of HCLTech. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a R&D Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai?

To be a R&D Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Medical Devices
- Design Verification
- Detailing
- Analog
- Risk Analysis

These skills are highly valued at HCLTech and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than HCLTech for R&D Engineer in India?

Hitachi Energy	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹19.4 Lakhs per year
Tejas Networks	₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
Valeo	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹2.1 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by HCLTech, depending on the role and experience level.

How the salary growth look like for a R&D Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai?

The salary growth for a R&D Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a R&D Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at HCLTech:

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹4.4 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹3.3 Lakhs to ₹5.9 Lakhs per year

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HCLTech R&D Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹3 Lakhs to ₹7.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 47 HCLTech latest salaries received from various employees of HCLTech.