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

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

An Intermediate Process Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $107,364 for beginners, reaching about $109,945 at mid-level, and approach $114,225 for experts.

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 $109,900, California $109,500, Massachusetts $108,000. 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: $101,400; Construction Project Engineer - Intermediate: $100,900; Intermediate Electrical Engineer: $99,277; Process Engineer II: $99,232.

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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 January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intermediate Process Engineer in District of Columbia is $109,900 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): $125,566
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,100 to $118,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,999

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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	$109,900	$9,158	$2,113	$53
25th Percentile	$102,100	$8,508	$1,963	$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-Level (less than 1 year): $107,364
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,598
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,945
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,002
Expert (over 8 years): $114,225

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Intermediate Process Engineer	$107,364
Intermediate Level Intermediate Process Engineer	$107,598
Senior Level Intermediate Process Engineer	$109,945
Specialist Level Intermediate Process Engineer	$113,002
Expert Level Intermediate Process Engineer	$114,225

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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: $109,900.
California: $109,500.
Massachusetts: $108,000.

District of Columbia $109,900 California $109,500 Massachusetts $108,000 Washington $107,600 New Jersey $107,600 Alaska $107,500 Connecticut $106,100 New York $105,500

Hawaii $103,800 Rhode Island $102,900 Maryland $102,400 Minnesota $101,600 Colorado $101,300 Illinois $101,200 Oregon $100,800 Delaware $100,500

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

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

Iowa $95,000 Kansas $94,500 Louisiana $94,400 North Carolina $94,400 Missouri $94,300 Florida $93,900 Montana $93,700 Nebraska $93,500

Kentucky $93,400 South Carolina $93,000 Tennessee $92,800 Idaho $92,700 New Mexico $92,000 Oklahoma $91,800 Alabama $91,200 South Dakota $90,200

Arkansas $89,700 West Virginia $89,400 Mississippi $88,500

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: $109,900
Washington: $109,900
Naval Anacost Annex: $109,900

Parcel Return Service, DC $109,900 Washington, DC $109,900 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $109,900 Washington Navy Yard, DC $109,900

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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$102,100

Average $109,900/year

$118,100

$8,508

Average $9,158/month

$9,842

$1,963

Average $2,113/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	$109,900	$9,158	$2,113	$53
25th Percentile	$102,100	$8,508	$1,963	$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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