Salary Guide 2026 · by industry
Manufacturing & Engineering salaries in Vietnam (2026)
In 2026, professionals in Manufacturing & Engineering in Vietnam with under 5 years of experience typically earn VND 24.1–30.9 million (about US$940–1,200) a month gross, and those with 5 years and above earn VND 55–80 million (about US$2,140–3,110).
Monthly gross base salary. Select a position for its range in other industries.
| Position | Function | Monthly gross | Range chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR & Admin – Entry level | Administration | 10–15.5 million ₫ | |
| Automation Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–25.7 million ₫ | |
| Chemical Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–25.7 million ₫ | |
| Maintenance Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–25.7 million ₫ | |
| Packaging Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 22.5–42.5 million ₫ | |
| Production Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 18–20.6 million ₫ | |
| Project Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–25.7 million ₫ | |
| Project Manager (NPI) | Engineering & R&D | 47.5–72.5 million ₫ | |
| R&D Specialist/Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–33.4 million ₫ | |
| Robotics Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–28.3 million ₫ | |
| Test Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 15–28.5 million ₫ | |
| Finance & Accounting – Experienced | Finance & Accounting | 15–30 million ₫ | |
| General Accountant | Finance & Accounting | 30.9–38.6 million ₫ | |
| HR Executive/Specialist | Human Resources | 25.7–30.9 million ₫ | |
| AI/ML Engineer | IT & Software | 20.6–28.3 million ₫ | |
| Compliance Officer | Legal & Compliance | 25.7–30.9 million ₫ | |
| Inhouse Lawyer | Legal & Compliance | 51.4–77.2 million ₫ | |
| Legal Specialist | Legal & Compliance | 25.7–30.9 million ₫ | |
| Fit-Out Project Manager | Operations & Production | 40–60 million ₫ | |
| Project Manager | Operations & Production | 40–55 million ₫ | |
| HSE Specialist/Executive | Quality & HSE | 51.4–64.3 million ₫ | |
| Mechanical Quality Engineer | Quality & HSE | 64.3–77.2 million ₫ | |
| Quality Engineer | Quality & HSE | 27.5–50 million ₫ | |
| Sustainability Specialist/Traceability Specialist | Quality & HSE | 27.5–42.5 million ₫ | |
| Sales & Business Development – Entry level | Sales & Business Development | 12–20.5 million ₫ | |
| Sales & Business Development – Experienced | Sales & Business Development | 15.5–36 million ₫ | |
| Material Planner | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 18–23.1 million ₫ | |
| Merchandiser | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 20.6–25.7 million ₫ | |
| Procurement (Civil) | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 32.5–42.5 million ₫ | |
| Procurement (M&E) | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 32.5–45 million ₫ |
| Position | Function | Monthly gross | Range chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admin/Office Manager | Administration | 38.6–64.3 million ₫ | |
| Engineering Head | Engineering & R&D | 60–110 million ₫ | |
| Engineering Manager | Engineering & R&D | 49.6–77.7 million ₫ | |
| Lab – Manager | Engineering & R&D | 54–80 million ₫ | |
| MEP QS Manager | Engineering & R&D | 57.5–80 million ₫ | |
| Maintenance – Manager | Engineering & R&D | 34–80 million ₫ | |
| Test Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 27.5–40 million ₫ | |
| Test Manager | Engineering & R&D | 55–77.5 million ₫ | |
| Tooling Manager | Engineering & R&D | 64.3–87.4 million ₫ | |
| CEO/General Director | Executive Leadership | 107–408.5 million ₫ | |
| Costing Manager | Finance & Accounting | 70.2–99.8 million ₫ | |
| HR Assistant Manager | Human Resources | 38.6–51.4 million ₫ | |
| AI/ML Engineer | IT & Software | 28.3–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Inhouse Lawyer | Legal & Compliance | 77.2–128.6 million ₫ | |
| Legal Manager | Legal & Compliance | 77.2–102.9 million ₫ | |
| Marketing – Manager | Marketing & Communications | 50–92.5 million ₫ | |
| BIM Manager | Operations & Production | 55–72.5 million ₫ | |
| MEP Manager | Operations & Production | 50–67.5 million ₫ | |
| Operations Manager | Operations & Production | 43.2–76.6 million ₫ | |
| Production – Manager | Operations & Production | 50–80.4 million ₫ | |
| HSE Director | Quality & HSE | 118.3–177.4 million ₫ | |
| HSE – Manager | Quality & HSE | 59–105 million ₫ | |
| QHSE Manager | Quality & HSE | 65–110 million ₫ | |
| Internal Audit Manager | Risk, Audit & Control | 90–118.3 million ₫ | |
| Business Development Manager | Sales & Business Development | 62.5–80 million ₫ | |
| Logistic Manager | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 100–120 million ₫ | |
| Material Planner | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 23.1–28.3 million ₫ | |
| Merchandiser | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 25.7–30.9 million ₫ | |
| Planning Manager | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 59.1–79.7 million ₫ | |
| Supply Chain – Manager | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 47–90 million ₫ |
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical salary in Manufacturing & Engineering in Vietnam in 2026?
Across the positions listed, the median range is VND 24.1–30.9 million (about US$940–1,200) a month for professionals with under 5 years of experience and VND 55–80 million (about US$2,140–3,110) for those with 5 years and above. Figures are gross base salary.
Which Manufacturing & Engineering roles pay the most in Vietnam?
For 5 years of experience and above, the highest ranges are: CEO/General Director (VND 107–408.5 million (about US$4,160–15,880)); HSE Director (VND 118.3–177.4 million (about US$4,600–6,900)); Inhouse Lawyer (VND 77.2–128.6 million (about US$3,000–5,000)).
Do these figures include bonuses and allowances?
No. They are monthly gross base salary before allowances, bonuses, personal income tax and the employee's social insurance contributions.
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