Chief Design Officer Salary in Chongjin, North Hamgyong

Chongjin has steelworks and manufacturing plants. Most Chief Design Officers work in heavy industry or local government. A controlled economy and low consumer services keep salaries modest, even for experienced leaders.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩125,000 to ₩185,000

Average (per year)

₩155,000

Assist senior design.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩185,000 to ₩260,000

Average (per year)

₩222,000

Professionals at this stage earn higher pay at larger industrial enterprises.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩260,000 to ₩340,000

Average (per year)

₩300,000

Regional government agencies, shipbuilding, and steel sectors employ senior design officers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₩340,000+

The highest earnings are found among principal-level leaders in state-run enterprises, though these positions are limiterises.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

₩95 - ₩130

per hour

Mid-level

₩130 - ₩175

per hour

Senior

₩175 - ₩220

per hour