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Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Principal Engineer salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
11 - 16 years exp.
₹21.8 Lakhs - ₹59 Lakhs
Avg. annual salary
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30% more than the average Principal Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 11 - 16 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
Principal Engineer Salary
11 - 16 years exp. (42 salaries)
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₹21.8 L/yr - ₹59 L/yr

Research & Development
Principal Engineer Salary
11 - 16 years exp. (33 salaries)
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₹23 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr

Project & Program Management
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12 - 15 years exp. (7 salaries)
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₹30 L/yr - ₹46.5 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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12 - 16 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹35 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr

Last Updated: 9 Apr 2025

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Principal Engineer salary at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India ranges between ₹21.8 Lakhs to ₹59 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 11 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 112 latest salaries received from various employees of Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India.

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Experience wise Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Principal Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 9 Apr 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
11 years  (18 salaries)

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₹21.8 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr
12 years  (27 salaries)

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₹25 L/yr - ₹56 L/yr
15+ years  (22 salaries)

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₹23 L/yr - ₹56 L/yr

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Top skills at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India for Principal Engineer

Automotive Engineering Ecu Powertrain MATLAB Automotive Mbd Model Based Development Simulink Electronic Components Ethernet Simulation Data Analysis MS Office Python Data Science

Salary related reviews for Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India

3.7

Rated by 10 employees for salary & benefits

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Research & Development Department

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  •  posted on 24 Mar 2025

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Excellent life - life balance Extremely low amount of work Very good job security. Flexible works hours.

  • Job security - Good
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...ram Managers". Deputy General Managers are excellent though with good knowledge. Salary growth is below market average by atleast 3 years. Knowledge gain in this company for 10 years is equivalent to 2 years working in a good organisation.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Research & Development Department

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Job role and responsibilities to individual team members. Food and beverage facilities. House keeping and ambience maintainace.

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...ed or no action taken against managers global assessments given by employees. 6. Poor salary structure. New employees are given 25% to 35% hike. But old employes are given 5%. 7. Managers T5 are not compitative to get work from german teams. Will ask team to showcase or force to get projects.And they will take the credit. 8. Many more...

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
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Work culture one of the best thing specifically with German Based organization. Free food 3 times that too very good. Work life balance, and good brand value. Short term onsite opportunities. Job Security.

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  • Skill development - Good
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Compensation not that good compare to there competitor below par salary. Work wise might not be always new project to work upon.

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Project & Program Management Department

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... standards. If your work creates expansion of head count you will be recognised. Technology is not so important, however they do pay higher for hot skills.

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  • Skill development - Good
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The leaders are visionless and have a very selfish goals. They cannot be trusted.

  • Salary - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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  •  posted on 22 Apr 2021

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Work life Balance and compensation benefits

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No Job Security for IT employees as they Outsourced all Skilled Resources to IT Service industry Onsite opportunity are limited to 2-4 weeks and longtime or short time assignment are very much rare for any Department

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  • Job security - Bad
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Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Principal Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India ?
The average salary of a Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India in India typically ranges from ₹21.8 Lakhs to ₹59.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 11 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India earn more than ₹50.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹57.1 Lakhs per year. Principal Engineer Salaries at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India 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 100+ Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India in India typically ranges from ₹2,45,773 to ₹2,55,748 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹21.8 Lakhs to ₹59.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 11 years to 16 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 100+ salaries received from various employees of Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
What are the key skills required to be a Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India ?
To be a Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Automotive Engineering
  • - Ecu
  • - Powertrain
  • - MATLAB
  • - Automotive

These skills are highly valued at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India for Principal Engineer in India?
Palo Alto Networks ₹39.0 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year
Persistent Systems ₹38.4 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Principal Engineer in companies similar to Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India in India?
The salary of a Principal Engineer at companies similar to Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

DXC Technology ₹23.4 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹25.2 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Zensar Technologies ₹27.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
Coforge ₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
Dell R&D Center ₹21.2 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.
How the salary growth look like for a Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India in India?
The salary growth for a Principal Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India:

Experience Average Salary Range
11 years ₹21.8 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year
12 years ₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year
13 years ₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹59.0 Lakhs per year
14 years ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹56.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Principal Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹21.8 Lakhs to ₹59 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 112 Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India latest salaries received from various employees of Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India.