R&D Engineer Hardware
H-1B Salary Data · 21 certified filings
$172,644Avg. Salary
$108,576Minimum
$216,091Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for R&D Engineer Hardware is $172,644 — 42% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 21 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for R&D Engineer Hardware?
The average H-1B salary for R&D Engineer Hardware is $172,644 based on 21 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $108,576 to $216,091.
$172,644
Average
$108,576
Minimum
$216,091
Maximum
21
Filings
Top Companies Hiring R&D Engineer Hardware
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom Corporation | $163,370 | 11 |
| Avago Technologies US Inc. | $180,392 | 9 |
Section 2
R&D Engineer Hardware Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose, CA | $184,466 | 12 |
| Irvine, CA | $150,203 | 5 |
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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.