What are the main factors that influence a Chemical Process Development Engineer V's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Chemical Process Development Engineer 's salary?

A Chemical Process Development Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Chemical Process Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $106,084, a Chemical Process Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $124,397, a Chemical Process Design Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $147,373, a Chemical Process Development Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,506, a Chemical Process Design Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $165,866,

What are the highest paying states for a Chemical Process Development Engineer V?

Chemical Process Development Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chemical Process Development Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $183,160, California $182,460, Massachusetts $180,030. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chemical Process Development Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Chemical Process Development Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Chemical Process Design Engineer V: $165,500; Chemical Process Engineer V: $165,419; Chemical Engineer V - Research & Development (R&D): $164,830; Chemical Engineer V: $164,822; Chemical Process Development Engineer IV: $142,150.

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Chemical Process Development Engineer V Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Chemical Process Development Engineer V make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chemical Process Development Engineer V in Rhode Island is $171,510 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

However, a Chemical Process Development Engineer V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,576
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,660 to $181,490
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $162,244

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Chemical Process Development Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,490	$15,124	$3,490	$87
Average	$171,510	$14,293	$3,298	$82
25th Percentile	$166,660	$13,888	$3,205	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Chemical Process Development Engineer V Salaries

A Chemical Process Development Engineer V's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Chemical Process Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chemical Process Development Engineer V's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Chemical Process Design Engineer II (2-4 years): $106,084
Chemical Process Design Engineer III (4-7 years): $124,397
Chemical Process Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $147,373
Chemical Process Development Engineer V (7-10 years): $171,506
Chemical Process Design Engineering Manager (10+ years): $165,866

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Chemical Process Design Engineer II	2-4 years	$106,084
Chemical Process Design Engineer III	4-7 years	$124,397
Chemical Process Design Engineer IV	7+ years	$147,373
Chemical Process Development Engineer V	7-10 years	$171,506
Chemical Process Design Engineering Manager	10+ years	$165,866

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How Do Chemical Process Development Engineer V Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Chemical Process Development Engineer Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $183,160.
California: $182,460.
Massachusetts: $180,030.

District of Columbia $183,160 California $182,460 Massachusetts $180,030 Washington $179,370 New Jersey $179,300 Alaska $179,070 Connecticut $176,790 New York $175,860

Hawaii $172,900 Rhode Island $171,510 Maryland $170,570 Minnesota $169,280 Colorado $168,780 Illinois $168,620 Oregon $167,990 Delaware $167,520

New Hampshire $167,230 Virginia $166,580 Pennsylvania $164,680 Nevada $163,720 North Dakota $163,410 Michigan $162,910 Wisconsin $162,730 Vermont $162,360

Texas $161,350 Maine $161,290 Arizona $161,190 Ohio $161,070 Georgia $159,550 Indiana $158,790 Wyoming $158,640 Utah $158,410

Iowa $158,310 Kansas $157,520 Louisiana $157,290 North Carolina $157,200 Missouri $157,170 Florida $156,520 Montana $156,180 Nebraska $155,850

Kentucky $155,660 South Carolina $155,000 Tennessee $154,590 Idaho $154,420 New Mexico $153,220 Oklahoma $152,950 Alabama $151,980 South Dakota $150,340

Arkansas $149,440 West Virginia $148,960 Mississippi $147,530

Top Paying Cities for Chemical Process Development Engineer Vs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $173,660
Albion: $172,190
Ashaway: $173,330

Adamsville, RI $173,660 Albion, RI $172,190 Ashaway, RI $173,330 Barrington, RI $171,730 Block Island, RI $172,690 Bradford, RI $173,220 Bristol, RI $172,400 Carolina, RI $172,940

Charlestown, RI $173,000 Chepachet, RI $172,650 Clayville, RI $172,170 Coventry, RI $172,180 West Greenwich, RI $172,660 East Greenwich, RI $172,070 Exeter, RI $172,610 Fiskeville, RI $171,730

Forestdale, RI $173,050 Foster, RI $172,560 Glendale, RI $173,070 Greene, RI $172,790 Greenville, RI $171,800 Harmony, RI $172,020 Harrisville, RI $172,990 Hope, RI $171,840

Hope Valley, RI $173,170 Hopkinton, RI $173,400 Jamestown, RI $172,820 Kenyon, RI $172,910 Little Compton, RI $173,630 Manville, RI $172,410 Mapleville, RI $172,690 Newport, RI $173,000

Middletown, RI $173,070 North Kingstown, RI $172,360 North Scituate, RI $172,020 Oakland, RI $172,870 Pascoag, RI $173,110 Pawtucket, RI $171,480 Central Falls, RI $171,550 Cumberland, RI $172,530

Lincoln, RI $171,730 Portsmouth, RI $172,980 Prudence Island, RI $172,620 Rockville, RI $173,380 Saunderstown, RI $172,720 Shannock, RI $172,920 Slatersville, RI $173,060 Slocum, RI $172,710

Tiverton, RI $173,500 Wakefield, RI $172,870 Kingston, RI $172,800 Narragansett, RI $172,910 Peace Dale, RI $172,840 Warren, RI $172,180 Warwick, RI $171,700 Westerly, RI $173,370

West Kingston, RI $172,850 West Warwick, RI $171,910 Wood River Junction, RI $173,100 Woonsocket, RI $173,060 North Smithfield, RI $172,670 Wyoming, RI $172,920 Providence, RI $171,430 Cranston, RI $171,450

North Providence, RI $171,470 East Providence, RI $171,440 Riverside, RI $171,490 Rumford, RI $171,470 Smithfield, RI $171,820 Johnston, RI $171,530

Chemical Process Development Engineer V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chemical Process Development Engineer V's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$166,660

Average $171,510/year

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Average $14,293/month

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Average $3,298/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,490	$15,124	$3,490	$87
Average	$171,510	$14,293	$3,298	$82
25th Percentile	$166,660	$13,888	$3,205	$80

Chemical Process Development Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Chemical Process Design Engineering Manager

For a Chemical Process Development Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Chemical Process Design Engineering Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $165,900 - a projected growth of -3% over your current level.

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