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Job outlook for senior computer aided design designers in the United States
Are senior computer aided design designer jobs in demand?
Senior computer aided design designer job and salary trends over time
Senior computer aided design designer jobs over time
Senior computer aided design designer job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 173 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 171 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 177 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 174 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 170 | 0.00% |
Average senior computer aided design designer salary over time
Senior computer aided design designer salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $72,604 | $34.91 | +1.7% |
| 2024 | $71,366 | $34.31 | +0.5% |
| 2023 | $71,022 | $34.14 | +2.2% |
| 2022 | $69,489 | $33.41 | +1.5% |
| 2021 | $68,480 | $32.92 | +1.6% |
Senior computer aided design designer jobs by state
Most common states for senior computer aided design designers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 309 | 45% |
| 2 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 771 | 19% |
| 3 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,268 | 17% |
| 4 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,151 | 17% |
| 5 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 200 | 15% |
| 6 | Vermont | 623,657 | 95 | 15% |
| 7 | California | 39,536,653 | 5,724 | 14% |
| 8 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,185 | 14% |
| 9 | Alaska | 739,795 | 105 | 14% |
| 10 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 780 | 13% |
| 11 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 721 | 13% |
| 12 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 707 | 13% |
| 13 | Delaware | 961,939 | 124 | 13% |
| 14 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 74 | 13% |
| 15 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 376 | 12% |
| 16 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 124 | 12% |
| 17 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 91 | 12% |
| 18 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 610 | 11% |
| 19 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 395 | 11% |
| 20 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 116 | 11% |
Most common cities for senior computer aided design designers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles | 1 | 0% | $86,647 |
Senior Computer Aided Design Designer job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of senior computer aided design designer experts
Tyler School of Art and Architecture, Temple University
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
What general advice would you give to a Senior Computer Aided Design Designer?
Abby Guido: We've all heard the buzz about networking, and there is so much buzz because it works. Make sure your LinkedIn profile is both up to date and active. Connect with all of your past professors, classmates, and anyone and everyone you meet in a professional setting. I often tell students to get into the habit of searching for any classroom guests, or guest lecturers, to connect, thank them for their time, and build their network. Share content. Write articles, or reshare those you find interesting.
Every job I have ever received in my career has been through someone else I know. I share this with students to help them see the value in relationships. I always remember the students that took the time to write a handwritten thank-you note. And I think of them when I get an email asking if I know any students are looking for work.
What skills stand out on Senior Computer Aided Design Designer resumes?
Dr. Jennifer Jorgensen Ph.D.: The retail industry is robust and requires many skills. Content and industry-related knowledge are essential, including comfort with computer applications like Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Excel. Beyond knowledge of the industry, job candidates need excellent communication skills in written and oral forms. It's also highly recommended that job candidates have work experience in their area of interest, which could include an internship, job shadow, or part-time position.