What are the main factors that influence a Design Engineer, Intermediate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Design Engineer, Intermediate's salary?

A Design Engineer, Intermediate's salary grows with experience: a Design Engineer, Entry (0-2 years)earns $79,961, a Design Engineer, Intermediate (2-4 years)earns $90,713, a Design Engineer, Senior (4-7 years)earns $113,381, a Design Engineer - Project Lead (7+ years)earns $138,444, Design Engineer - Project Senior Lead (7-10 years)earns $162,203,

What are the highest paying states for a Design Engineer, Intermediate?

Design Engineer, Intermediate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Design Engineer, Intermediate roles are District of Columbia $99,200, California $98,900, Massachusetts $97,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Design Engineer, Intermediate roles make?

Salaries for Design Engineer, Intermediate level roles vary by specialization: Intermediate Digital Design Engineer: $102,290; Intermediate ASIC Design Engineer: $102,240; Intermediate Electronics Engineer: $99,510; Deployment Engineer Intermediate: $99,340; Intermediate Electrical Engineer: $99,273.

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Design Engineer, Intermediate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Design Engineer, Intermediate make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Design Engineer, Intermediate in Delaware is $90,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Design Engineer, Intermediate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,510
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,300 to $98,500
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,740

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Design Engineer, Intermediate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,500	$8,208	$1,894	$47
Average	$90,800	$7,567	$1,746	$44
25th Percentile	$80,300	$6,692	$1,544	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Design Engineer, Intermediate Salaries

A Design Engineer, Intermediate'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 Design Engineer, Intermediate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Design Engineer, Intermediate'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:

Design Engineer, Entry (0-2 years): $79,961
Design Engineer, Intermediate (2-4 years): $90,713
Design Engineer, Senior (4-7 years): $113,381
Design Engineer - Project Lead (7+ years): $138,444
Design Engineer - Project Senior Lead (7-10 years): $162,203

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Design Engineer, Entry	0-2 years	$79,961
Design Engineer, Intermediate	2-4 years	$90,713
Design Engineer, Senior	4-7 years	$113,381
Design Engineer - Project Lead	7+ years	$138,444
Design Engineer - Project Senior Lead	7-10 years	$162,203

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How Do Design Engineer, Intermediate 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 Design Engineer, Intermediates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,200.
California: $98,900.
Massachusetts: $97,500.

District of Columbia $99,200 California $98,900 Massachusetts $97,500 Washington $97,200 New Jersey $97,100 Alaska $97,000 Connecticut $95,800 New York $95,300

Hawaii $93,700 Rhode Island $92,900 Maryland $92,400 Minnesota $91,700 Colorado $91,400 Illinois $91,400 Oregon $91,000 Delaware $90,800

New Hampshire $90,600 Virginia $90,300 Pennsylvania $89,200 Nevada $88,700 North Dakota $88,500 Michigan $88,300 Wisconsin $88,200 Vermont $88,000

Maine $87,400 Texas $87,400 Arizona $87,300 Ohio $87,300 Georgia $86,400 Indiana $86,000 Wyoming $86,000 Utah $85,800

Iowa $85,800 Kansas $85,300 Missouri $85,200 Louisiana $85,200 North Carolina $85,200 Florida $84,800 Montana $84,600 Nebraska $84,400

Kentucky $84,300 South Carolina $84,000 Tennessee $83,800 Idaho $83,700 New Mexico $83,000 Oklahoma $82,900 Alabama $82,300 South Dakota $81,500

Arkansas $81,000 West Virginia $80,700 Mississippi $79,900

Top Paying Cities for Design Engineer, Intermediates

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:

Lincoln: $90,400
Little Creek: $91,000
Magnolia: $90,900

Lincoln, DE $90,400 Little Creek, DE $91,000 Magnolia, DE $90,900 Milford, DE $90,600 Marydel, DE $90,700 Millsboro, DE $90,000 Millville, DE $90,100 Milton, DE $90,300

Nassau, DE $90,300 Ocean View, DE $90,100 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,300 Seaford, DE $90,300 Selbyville, DE $89,900 Smyrna, DE $91,100 Viola, DE $90,700 Woodside, DE $90,900

Bear, DE $90,700 Newark, DE $90,700 Claymont, DE $90,800 Delaware City, DE $90,700 Hockessin, DE $90,700 Kirkwood, DE $90,700 Middletown, DE $90,800 Montchanin, DE $90,700

New Castle, DE $90,700 Odessa, DE $90,800 Port Penn, DE $90,900 Rockland, DE $90,700 Saint Georges, DE $90,700 Townsend, DE $90,900 Winterthur, DE $90,700 Lewes, DE $90,300

Wilmington, DE $90,700 Dover, DE $91,000 Dover Afb, DE $90,500 Bethany Beach, DE $90,000 Bethel, DE $90,100 Bridgeville, DE $90,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,800 Cheswold, DE $91,000

Clayton, DE $91,000 Dagsboro, DE $89,900 Delmar, DE $89,800 Ellendale, DE $90,100 Felton, DE $90,600 Fenwick Island, DE $90,000 Frankford, DE $89,800 Frederica, DE $90,700

Georgetown, DE $89,900 Greenwood, DE $90,300 Harbeson, DE $90,000 Harrington, DE $90,500 Hartly, DE $90,700 Houston, DE $90,300 Kenton, DE $91,000 Laurel, DE $89,900

Yorklyn, DE $90,700

Design Engineer, Intermediate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Design Engineer, Intermediate'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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$80,300

Average $90,800/year

$98,500

$6,692

Average $7,567/month

$8,208

$1,544

Average $1,746/week

$1,894

$39

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,500	$8,208	$1,894	$47
Average	$90,800	$7,567	$1,746	$44
25th Percentile	$80,300	$6,692	$1,544	$39

Design Engineer, Intermediate Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Design Engineer, Intermediate, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Design Engineer, Senior role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $113,390 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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