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Entry Project Engineering Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Entry Project Engineering Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Project Engineering Technician in the United States is $49,910 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, an Entry Project Engineering Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,709
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,420 to $58,180
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,063
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Entry Project Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $58,180 $4,848 $1,119 $28
Average $49,910 $4,159 $960 $24
25th Percentile $48,420 $4,035 $931 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Entry Project Engineering Technician Salaries

An Entry Project Engineering Technician'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 Entry Project Engineering Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Project Engineering Technician'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:

  • Entry Project Engineering Technician (0-1 years): $49,906
  • Engineering Program/Project Management Technician II (1-3 years): $59,154
  • Engineering Program/Project Management Technician III (3-5 years): $64,631
  • Engineering Program/Project Management - Team Lead (5+ years): $82,583
  • Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead (5+ years): $117,059
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Entry Project Engineering Technician0-1 years$49,906
Engineering Program/Project Management Technician II1-3 years$59,154
Engineering Program/Project Management Technician III3-5 years$64,631
Engineering Program/Project Management - Team Lead5+ years$82,583
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead5+ years$117,059
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Top Paying Cities for Entry Project Engineering Technicians

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:

  • San Jose: $62,950
  • San Francisco: $62,260
  • Oakland: $60,950

Entry Project Engineering Technician Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Entry Project Engineering Technician salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $55,871. While startup companies pay approximate $47,266.

Entry Project Engineering Technician Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$47,266
Growth Stage51~500$49,989
Established501~5000$53,954
Enterprise5000+$55,871

Entry Project Engineering Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Entry Project Engineering Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Entry Project Engineering Technician positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Entry Project Engineering Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Entry Project Engineering Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$59,892$29.020%
Pharmaceuticals$59,892$29.020%
Financial Services$57,396$28.015%
Business Services$54,901$26.010%
Internet$54,901$26.010%

Entry Project Engineering Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Project Engineering Technician'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Entry Project Engineering Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

For an Entry Project Engineering Technician, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Engineering Program/Project Management Technician II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $59,200 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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FAQ about Entry Project Engineering Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Entry Project Engineering Technician?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Entry Project Engineering Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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