What are the main factors that influence a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects's salary?

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

How does experience change A Director Engineering Design/Development Projects's salary?

A Director Engineering Design/Development Projects's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead (3-5 years)earns $115,851, an Engineering Program/Project Management - Manager (5+ years)earns $148,930, an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $170,462, a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects (5+ years)earns $194,313, an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director (5+ years)earns $217,263,

What are the highest paying states for a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects?

Director Engineering Design/Development Projects salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Director Engineering Design/Development Projects roles are District of Columbia $217,400, California $216,600, Massachusetts $213,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Director Engineering Design/Development Projects roles make?

Salaries for Director Engineering Design/Development Projects level roles vary by specialization: Senior Director Engineering Design/Development Projects: $219,590; Engineering Director: $200,985; Director Of Capital Projects: $199,939; Project Engineering Director: $196,335; Environmental Programs and Projects Director: $192,370.

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Director Engineering Design/Development Projects Salary in Nevada

How much does a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects make in Nevada?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects in Nevada is $194,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $93.

However, a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $232,609
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $172,800 to $214,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $153,134

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Director Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$214,400	$17,867	$4,123	$103
Average	$194,400	$16,200	$3,738	$93
25th Percentile	$172,800	$14,400	$3,323	$83

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Key Factors That Influence Director Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries

A Director Engineering Design/Development Projects'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 Director Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects'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:

Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead (3-5 years): $115,851
Engineering Program/Project Management - Manager (5+ years): $148,930
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager (5+ years): $170,462
Director Engineering Design/Development Projects (5+ years): $194,313
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director (5+ years): $217,263

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead	3-5 years	$115,851
Engineering Program/Project Management - Manager	5+ years	$148,930
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager	5+ years	$170,462
Director Engineering Design/Development Projects	5+ years	$194,313
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director	5+ years	$217,263

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How Do Director Engineering Design/Development Projects 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 Director Engineering Design/Development Projects. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $217,400.
California: $216,600.
Massachusetts: $213,700.

District of Columbia $217,400 California $216,600 Massachusetts $213,700 Washington $212,900 New Jersey $212,900 Alaska $212,600 Connecticut $209,900 New York $208,800

Hawaii $205,300 Rhode Island $203,600 Maryland $202,500 Minnesota $201,000 Colorado $200,400 Illinois $200,200 Oregon $199,400 Delaware $198,900

New Hampshire $198,500 Virginia $197,800 Pennsylvania $195,500 Nevada $194,400 North Dakota $194,000 Michigan $193,400 Wisconsin $193,200 Vermont $192,800

Texas $191,600 Maine $191,500 Arizona $191,400 Ohio $191,200 Georgia $189,400 Indiana $188,500 Wyoming $188,300 Utah $188,100

Iowa $187,900 Kansas $187,000 Louisiana $186,700 North Carolina $186,600 Missouri $186,600 Florida $185,800 Montana $185,400 Nebraska $185,000

Kentucky $184,800 South Carolina $184,000 Tennessee $183,500 Idaho $183,300 New Mexico $181,900 Oklahoma $181,600 Alabama $180,400 South Dakota $178,500

Arkansas $177,400 West Virginia $176,800 Mississippi $175,100

Top Paying Cities for Director Engineering Design/Development Projects

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:

The Lakes: $190,800
Alamo: $196,400
Henderson: $190,900

The Lakes, NV $190,800 Alamo, NV $196,400 Henderson, NV $190,900 Beatty, NV $196,600 Blue Diamond, NV $191,100 Boulder City, NV $191,300 Bunkerville, NV $195,300 Caliente, NV $195,800

Dyer, NV $196,400 Goldfield, NV $196,300 Hiko, NV $196,000 Indian Springs, NV $193,500 Jean, NV $192,600 Amargosa Valley, NV $196,600 Logandale, NV $195,100 Manhattan, NV $196,700

Mercury, NV $196,000 Mesquite, NV $196,500 Moapa, NV $193,600 Laughlin, NV $195,700 North Las Vegas, NV $190,800 Coyote Springs, NV $195,000 Cal Nev Ari, NV $194,900 Overton, NV $193,100

Pahrump, NV $195,200 Panaca, NV $195,600 Pioche, NV $195,600 Round Mountain, NV $196,400 Searchlight, NV $194,000 Silverpeak, NV $197,000 Tonopah, NV $196,400 Sloan, NV $190,900

Las Vegas, NV $190,800 Nellis Afb, NV $190,800 Ely, NV $196,400 Austin, NV $196,200 Baker, NV $195,500 Duckwater, NV $196,500 Eureka, NV $196,400 Lund, NV $196,300

Mc Gill, NV $196,600 Ruth, NV $197,100 Crystal Bay, NV $198,900 Dayton, NV $196,500 Denio, NV $195,900 Empire, NV $196,400 Fallon, NV $196,700 Fernley, NV $196,900

Gabbs, NV $196,400 Gardnerville, NV $196,900 Genoa, NV $196,600 Gerlach, NV $196,500 Glenbrook, NV $196,700 Golconda, NV $196,300 Hawthorne, NV $196,700 Imlay, NV $196,500

Lovelock, NV $196,700 Luning, NV $196,800 Mc Dermitt, NV $195,800 Mina, NV $196,400 Minden, NV $196,400 Nixon, NV $196,500 Orovada, NV $196,000 Paradise Valley, NV $196,300

Schurz, NV $196,500 Silver City, NV $196,100 Silver Springs, NV $196,800 Smith, NV $196,700 Sparks, NV $196,800 Sun Valley, NV $196,800 Valmy, NV $196,700 Verdi, NV $197,100

Virginia City, NV $196,200 Wadsworth, NV $196,700 Wellington, NV $196,700 Winnemucca, NV $196,600 Yerington, NV $196,600 Zephyr Cove, NV $196,900 Stateline, NV $197,000 Incline Village, NV $197,300

Reno, NV $196,800 Carson City, NV $195,900 Washoe Valley, NV $196,100 Elko, NV $196,800 Spring Creek, NV $196,800 Battle Mountain, NV $196,500 Crescent Valley, NV $196,400 Carlin, NV $196,700

Deeth, NV $196,400 Halleck, NV $196,400 Jackpot, NV $194,800 Jarbidge, NV $195,200 Lamoille, NV $196,500 Montello, NV $195,200 Mountain City, NV $195,800 Owyhee, NV $195,200

Ruby Valley, NV $196,300 Tuscarora, NV $196,200 Wells, NV $196,100 West Wendover, NV $196,300

Director Engineering Design/Development Projects Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects'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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$172,800

Average $194,400/year

$214,400

$14,400

Average $16,200/month

$17,867

$3,323

Average $3,738/week

$4,123

$83

Average $93/hour

$103

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$214,400	$17,867	$4,123	$103
Average	$194,400	$16,200	$3,738	$93
25th Percentile	$172,800	$14,400	$3,323	$83

Director Engineering Design/Development Projects Salary Growth & Career Path

Director Engineering Design/Development Projects

Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director

For a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $217,300 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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