Lead R&D Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 11 certified filings
$145,367Avg. Salary
$112,100Minimum
$201,413Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Lead R&D Engineer is $145,367 — 20% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 11 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Lead R&D Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Lead R&D Engineer is $145,367 based on 11 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $112,100 to $201,413.
$145,367
Average
$112,100
Minimum
$201,413
Maximum
11
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Lead R&D Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| ANSYS, Inc. | $148,693 | 10 |
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.