What are the main factors that influence a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director'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 Manufacturing Process Engineering Director?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Manufacturing Process Engineering Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Manufacturing Process Engineering Director's salary?

A Manufacturing Process Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: a Manufacturing Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $109,052, a Manufacturing Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $133,295, a Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $116,298, a Process Development Engineering Manager (7+ years)earns $141,229, a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director (7+ years)earns $181,582,

What are the highest paying states for a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director?

Manufacturing Process Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manufacturing Process Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $203,200, California $202,400, Massachusetts $199,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Manufacturing Process Engineering Director roles make?

Salaries for Manufacturing Process Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: Biopharma Process Engineering Director: $194,979; Manufacturing Process and Technology Director: $193,870; Director Of Manufacturing Engineering: $187,961; Process Development Engineering Director: $183,480; Process Engineering Senior Manager: $183,472.

Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salary in Nevada

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Process Engineering Director in Nevada is $181,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $199,940
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $167,000 to $191,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $153,707

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Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$191,200	$15,933	$3,677	$92
Average	$181,600	$15,133	$3,492	$87
25th Percentile	$167,000	$13,917	$3,212	$80

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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): $109,052
Manufacturing Process Engineer IV (7+ years): $133,295
Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years): $116,298
Process Development Engineering Manager (7+ years): $141,229
Manufacturing Process Engineering Director (7+ years): $181,582

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Manufacturing Process Engineer III	4-7 years	$109,052
Manufacturing Process Engineer IV	7+ years	$133,295
Manufacturing Process Engineering Supervisor	7+ years	$116,298
Process Development Engineering Manager	7+ years	$141,229
Manufacturing Process Engineering Director	7+ years	$181,582

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How Do Manufacturing Process Engineering Director 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 Manufacturing Process Engineering Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $203,200.
California: $202,400.
Massachusetts: $199,700.

District of Columbia $203,200 California $202,400 Massachusetts $199,700 Washington $199,000 New Jersey $198,900 Alaska $198,700 Connecticut $196,100 New York $195,100

Hawaii $191,800 Rhode Island $190,300 Maryland $189,200 Minnesota $187,800 Colorado $187,200 Illinois $187,100 Oregon $186,400 Delaware $185,900

New Hampshire $185,500 Virginia $184,800 Pennsylvania $182,700 Nevada $181,600 North Dakota $181,300 Michigan $180,700 Wisconsin $180,500 Vermont $180,100

Texas $179,000 Maine $178,900 Arizona $178,800 Ohio $178,700 Georgia $177,000 Indiana $176,200 Wyoming $176,000 Utah $175,700

Iowa $175,600 Kansas $174,800 Louisiana $174,500 North Carolina $174,400 Missouri $174,400 Florida $173,700 Montana $173,300 Nebraska $172,900

Kentucky $172,700 South Carolina $172,000 Tennessee $171,500 Idaho $171,300 New Mexico $170,000 Oklahoma $169,700 Alabama $168,600 South Dakota $166,800

Arkansas $165,800 West Virginia $165,300 Mississippi $163,700

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:

The Lakes: $178,300
Alamo: $183,500
Henderson: $178,400

The Lakes, NV $178,300 Alamo, NV $183,500 Henderson, NV $178,400 Beatty, NV $183,700 Blue Diamond, NV $178,600 Boulder City, NV $178,800 Bunkerville, NV $182,500 Caliente, NV $182,900

Dyer, NV $183,600 Goldfield, NV $183,500 Hiko, NV $183,100 Indian Springs, NV $180,800 Jean, NV $180,000 Amargosa Valley, NV $183,700 Logandale, NV $182,400 Manhattan, NV $183,800

Mercury, NV $183,200 Mesquite, NV $183,600 Moapa, NV $180,900 Laughlin, NV $182,900 North Las Vegas, NV $178,300 Coyote Springs, NV $182,200 Cal Nev Ari, NV $182,100 Overton, NV $180,400

Pahrump, NV $182,400 Panaca, NV $182,700 Pioche, NV $182,800 Round Mountain, NV $183,600 Searchlight, NV $181,200 Silverpeak, NV $184,100 Tonopah, NV $183,500 Sloan, NV $178,400

Las Vegas, NV $178,300 Nellis Afb, NV $178,300 Ely, NV $183,500 Austin, NV $183,400 Baker, NV $182,700 Duckwater, NV $183,600 Eureka, NV $183,500 Lund, NV $183,500

Mc Gill, NV $183,800 Ruth, NV $184,200 Crystal Bay, NV $185,900 Dayton, NV $183,600 Denio, NV $183,100 Empire, NV $183,500 Fallon, NV $183,800 Fernley, NV $184,000

Gabbs, NV $183,600 Gardnerville, NV $184,000 Genoa, NV $183,700 Gerlach, NV $183,600 Glenbrook, NV $183,900 Golconda, NV $183,500 Hawthorne, NV $183,900 Imlay, NV $183,600

Lovelock, NV $183,800 Luning, NV $183,900 Mc Dermitt, NV $183,000 Mina, NV $183,500 Minden, NV $183,500 Nixon, NV $183,600 Orovada, NV $183,200 Paradise Valley, NV $183,400

Schurz, NV $183,700 Silver City, NV $183,300 Silver Springs, NV $183,900 Smith, NV $183,800 Sparks, NV $183,900 Sun Valley, NV $183,900 Valmy, NV $183,800 Verdi, NV $184,200

Virginia City, NV $183,400 Wadsworth, NV $183,800 Wellington, NV $183,800 Winnemucca, NV $183,700 Yerington, NV $183,800 Zephyr Cove, NV $184,000 Stateline, NV $184,100 Incline Village, NV $184,400

Reno, NV $183,900 Carson City, NV $183,100 Washoe Valley, NV $183,200 Elko, NV $183,900 Spring Creek, NV $183,900 Battle Mountain, NV $183,700 Crescent Valley, NV $183,600 Carlin, NV $183,800

Deeth, NV $183,500 Halleck, NV $183,500 Jackpot, NV $182,000 Jarbidge, NV $182,400 Lamoille, NV $183,600 Montello, NV $182,400 Mountain City, NV $182,900 Owyhee, NV $182,500

Ruby Valley, NV $183,400 Tuscarora, NV $183,300 Wells, NV $183,300 West Wendover, NV $183,500

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 $203,602. While startup companies pay approximate $172,359.

Manufacturing Process Engineering Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$172,359
Growth Stage	51~500	$182,238
Established	501~5000	$196,664
Enterprise	5000+	$203,602

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	$217,920	$105.0	20%
Chemicals	$199,760	$96.0	10%

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 July 01, 2026

$167,000

Average $181,600/year

$191,200

$13,917

Average $15,133/month

$15,933

$3,212

Average $3,492/week

$3,677

$80

Average $87/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$191,200	$15,933	$3,677	$92
Average	$181,600	$15,133	$3,492	$87
25th Percentile	$167,000	$13,917	$3,212	$80

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