Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salary in California

How much does a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director make in California?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director in California is $202,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $97.

However, a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $222,842
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $186,200 to $213,100
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $171,451
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Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $213,100 $17,758 $4,098 $102
Average $202,400 $16,867 $3,892 $97
25th Percentile $186,200 $15,517 $3,581 $90
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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salaries

A Manufacturing Process Engineering Director'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 Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director'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:

  • Manufacturing Process Engineer III (4-7 years): $121,543
  • Manufacturing Process Engineer IV (7+ years): $148,572
  • Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years): $129,605
  • Process Development Engineering Manager (7+ years): $157,408
  • Manufacturing Process Engineering Director (7+ years): $202,395
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Manufacturing Process Engineer III4-7 years$121,543
Manufacturing Process Engineer IV7+ years$148,572
Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor7+ years$129,605
Process Development Engineering Manager7+ years$157,408
Manufacturing Process Engineering Director7+ years$202,395
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Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing Process Engineering Directors

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:

  • Los Angeles: $202,800
  • West Hollywood: $202,600
  • Dodgertown: $202,800

Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Manufacturing Process Engineering Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $226,736. While startup companies pay approximate $191,986.

Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$191,986
Growth Stage51~500$202,979
Established501~5000$218,997
Enterprise5000+$226,736

Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manufacturing Process Engineering Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Manufacturing Process Engineering Director positions in Aerospace & Defense or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manufacturing Process Engineering Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$242,880$117.020%
Chemicals$222,640$107.010%

Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director'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 September 01, 2026

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