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

A Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Program/Project Management - Team Lead (10+ years)earns $85,699, an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead (10+ years)earns $121,361, an Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects (10+ years)earns $156,012, an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $178,532, a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects (10+ years)earns $203,484,

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

Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects roles are District of Columbia $166,690, California $165,990, Massachusetts $163,790. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects level roles vary by specialization: Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects: $172,190; Environmental Programs and Projects Senior Manager: $168,300; Drafting Projects Manager: $127,290; GIS Projects Manager: $123,270; Senior Supervisor Engineering Design/Development Projects: $117,090.

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Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects in Rhode Island is $156,090 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,869
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,090 to $167,490
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,523

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Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,490	$13,958	$3,221	$81
Average	$156,090	$13,008	$3,002	$75
25th Percentile	$140,090	$11,674	$2,694	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries

A Manager 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 Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manager 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 - Team Lead (10+ years): $85,699
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead (10+ years): $121,361
Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects (10+ years): $156,012
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager (10+ years): $178,532
Director Engineering Design/Development Projects (10+ years): $203,484

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Engineering Program/Project Management - Team Lead	10+ years	$85,699
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead	10+ years	$121,361
Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects	10+ years	$156,012
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager	10+ years	$178,532
Director Engineering Design/Development Projects	10+ years	$203,484

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

District of Columbia: $166,690.
California: $165,990.
Massachusetts: $163,790.

District of Columbia $166,690 California $165,990 Massachusetts $163,790 Washington $163,190 New Jersey $163,090 Alaska $162,890 Connecticut $160,890 New York $159,990

Hawaii $157,290 Rhode Island $156,090 Maryland $155,190 Minnesota $153,990 Colorado $153,590 Illinois $153,390 Oregon $152,890 Delaware $152,390

New Hampshire $152,190 Virginia $151,590 Pennsylvania $149,790 Nevada $148,990 North Dakota $148,690 Michigan $148,190 Wisconsin $148,090 Vermont $147,690

Maine $146,790 Texas $146,790 Arizona $146,690 Ohio $146,590 Georgia $145,190 Indiana $144,490 Wyoming $144,390 Utah $144,090

Iowa $144,090 Kansas $143,290 Louisiana $143,090 Missouri $142,990 North Carolina $142,990 Florida $142,390 Montana $142,090 Nebraska $141,790

Kentucky $141,590 South Carolina $140,990 Tennessee $140,690 Idaho $140,490 New Mexico $139,390 Oklahoma $139,190 Alabama $138,290 South Dakota $136,790

Arkansas $135,990 West Virginia $135,590 Mississippi $134,190

Top Paying Cities for Manager 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:

Adamsville: $158,590
Albion: $155,990
Ashaway: $159,190

Adamsville, RI $158,590 Albion, RI $155,990 Ashaway, RI $159,190 Barrington, RI $155,990 Block Island, RI $158,390 Bradford, RI $159,090 Bristol, RI $155,790 Carolina, RI $157,790

Charlestown, RI $157,990 Chepachet, RI $155,690 Clayville, RI $155,790 Coventry, RI $155,690 West Greenwich, RI $155,590 East Greenwich, RI $155,790 Exeter, RI $159,090 Fiskeville, RI $155,990

Forestdale, RI $155,790 Foster, RI $155,590 Glendale, RI $155,590 Greene, RI $157,290 Greenville, RI $155,990 Harmony, RI $155,890 Harrisville, RI $155,690 Hope, RI $155,990

Hope Valley, RI $159,190 Hopkinton, RI $159,290 Jamestown, RI $157,690 Kenyon, RI $159,090 Little Compton, RI $158,590 Manville, RI $155,990 Mapleville, RI $155,590 Newport, RI $157,690

Middletown, RI $158,390 North Kingstown, RI $155,490 North Scituate, RI $155,890 Oakland, RI $155,690 Pascoag, RI $155,590 Pawtucket, RI $155,990 Central Falls, RI $155,990 Cumberland, RI $155,990

Lincoln, RI $155,990 Portsmouth, RI $157,090 Prudence Island, RI $155,690 Rockville, RI $159,290 Saunderstown, RI $157,790 Shannock, RI $158,990 Slatersville, RI $155,790 Slocum, RI $157,790

Tiverton, RI $158,690 Wakefield, RI $157,590 Kingston, RI $157,590 Narragansett, RI $157,690 Peace Dale, RI $157,590 Warren, RI $155,890 Warwick, RI $155,990 Westerly, RI $159,290

West Kingston, RI $157,690 West Warwick, RI $155,990 Wood River Junction, RI $159,090 Woonsocket, RI $155,790 North Smithfield, RI $155,890 Wyoming, RI $159,090 Providence, RI $155,990 Cranston, RI $155,990

North Providence, RI $155,990 East Providence, RI $155,990 Riverside, RI $155,990 Rumford, RI $155,990 Smithfield, RI $155,990 Johnston, RI $155,990

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

Understanding how a Manager 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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$140,090

Average $156,090/year

$167,490

$11,674

Average $13,008/month

$13,958

$2,694

Average $3,002/week

$3,221

$67

Average $75/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,490	$13,958	$3,221	$81
Average	$156,090	$13,008	$3,002	$75
25th Percentile	$140,090	$11,674	$2,694	$67

Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $178,600 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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