What are the main factors that influence an Intermediate Process Engineer's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Intermediate Process Engineer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Intermediate Process Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Intermediate Process Engineer's salary?

An Intermediate Process Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Entry Process Engineer (0-2 years)earns $95,897, an Intermediate Process Engineer (2-4 years)earns $109,906, a Manufacturing Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $121,999, a Manufacturing Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $149,120, a Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $130,105,

What are the highest paying states for an Intermediate Process Engineer?

Intermediate Process Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Intermediate Process Engineer roles are District of Columbia $110,000, California $109,500, Massachusetts $108,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Intermediate Process Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Intermediate Process Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Intermediate Software Engineer: $105,100; DevOps Intermediate Engineer: $101,300; Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate: $100,900; Intermediate Electrical Engineer: $99,270; Process Engineer II: $99,265.

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Intermediate Process Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Intermediate Process Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intermediate Process Engineer in District of Columbia is $110,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,475
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,200 to $118,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,099

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Intermediate Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,100	$9,842	$2,271	$57
Average	$110,000	$9,167	$2,115	$53
25th Percentile	$102,200	$8,517	$1,965	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Intermediate Process Engineer Salaries

An Intermediate Process Engineer'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 Intermediate Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intermediate Process Engineer'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 Process Engineer (0-2 years): $95,897
Intermediate Process Engineer (2-4 years): $109,906
Manufacturing Process Engineer III (4-7 years): $121,999
Manufacturing Process Engineer IV (7+ years): $149,120
Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years): $130,105

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Process Engineer	0-2 years	$95,897
Intermediate Process Engineer	2-4 years	$109,906
Manufacturing Process Engineer III	4-7 years	$121,999
Manufacturing Process Engineer IV	7+ years	$149,120
Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor	7+ years	$130,105

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

District of Columbia: $110,000.
California: $109,500.
Massachusetts: $108,100.

District of Columbia $110,000 California $109,500 Massachusetts $108,100 Washington $107,700 New Jersey $107,600 Alaska $107,500 Connecticut $106,100 New York $105,600

Hawaii $103,800 Rhode Island $103,000 Maryland $102,400 Minnesota $101,600 Colorado $101,300 Illinois $101,200 Oregon $100,900 Delaware $100,600

New Hampshire $100,400 Virginia $100,000 Pennsylvania $98,900 Nevada $98,300 North Dakota $98,100 Michigan $97,800 Wisconsin $97,700 Vermont $97,500

Texas $96,900 Arizona $96,800 Maine $96,800 Ohio $96,700 Georgia $95,800 Indiana $95,300 Wyoming $95,200 Utah $95,100

Iowa $95,000 Kansas $94,600 Louisiana $94,400 North Carolina $94,400 Missouri $94,400 Florida $94,000 Montana $93,800 Nebraska $93,600

Kentucky $93,500 South Carolina $93,100 Tennessee $92,800 Idaho $92,700 New Mexico $92,000 Oklahoma $91,800 Alabama $91,200 South Dakota $90,300

Arkansas $89,700 West Virginia $89,400 Mississippi $88,600

Top Paying Cities for Intermediate Process Engineers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $109,400
Washington: $109,400
Naval Anacost Annex: $109,400

Parcel Return Service, DC $109,400 Washington, DC $109,400 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $109,400 Washington Navy Yard, DC $109,400

Intermediate Process Engineer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Intermediate Process Engineer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $123,327. While startup companies pay approximate $104,403.

Intermediate Process Engineer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$104,403
Growth Stage	51~500	$110,386
Established	501~5000	$119,125
Enterprise	5000+	$123,327

Intermediate Process Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Intermediate Process Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Intermediate Process Engineer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Intermediate Process Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Intermediate Process Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$165,000	$79.0	50%
Pharmaceuticals	$143,000	$69.0	30%
Biotechnology	$137,500	$66.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$132,000	$63.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$121,000	$58.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Intermediate Process Engineer'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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$102,200

Average $110,000/year

$118,100

$8,517

Average $9,167/month

$9,842

$1,965

Average $2,115/week

$2,271

$49

Average $53/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,100	$9,842	$2,271	$57
Average	$110,000	$9,167	$2,115	$53
25th Percentile	$102,200	$8,517	$1,965	$49

Intermediate Process Engineer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Intermediate Process Engineer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Manufacturing Process Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $122,000 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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