Careers · Computer Hardware Engineers · New York
Computer Hardware Engineers in New York
Computer hardware engineers research, design, develop, and test computer equipment and components for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific applications. They work for technology companies, manufacturers, government agencies, and research institutions In New York the median pay is $163,470 a year, 1% above the national median of $161,740.
$163,470median pay in New York, per year
$130,610–$205,580middle half earn
3,020employed in New York
$161,740U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningWritingSpeakingComplex Problem SolvingActive LearningJudgment and Decision Making
Knowledge areas
Computers and ElectronicsEngineering and TechnologyDesignMathematics (knowledge)English LanguagePhysics
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Computer Hardware Engineers.
Licenses and training in New York
Computer Hardware Engineers pay in other states
California · $185,180Washington · $169,120Massachusetts · $167,600New Mexico · $165,350Texas · $163,860District of Columbia · $163,360Hawaii · $159,880Arizona · $158,280Colorado · $156,080Maryland · $152,730
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against computer hardware engineers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
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O*NET-SOC 17-2061.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New York, annual.