Lead Design Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 16 certified filings
$135,938Avg. Salary
$71,000Minimum
$210,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Lead Design Engineer is $135,938 — 12% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 16 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Lead Design Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Lead Design Engineer is $135,938 based on 16 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $71,000 to $210,000.
$135,938
Average
$71,000
Minimum
$210,000
Maximum
16
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Lead Design Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Cadence Design Systems, Inc. | $134,861 | 8 |
Section 2
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.