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Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salary in the United States

How much does a Quality Engineer I - Sterilization make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Engineer I - Sterilization in the United States is $63,980 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Quality Engineer I - Sterilization's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,508
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,850 to $66,350
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,821
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Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $66,350 $5,529 $1,276 $32
Average $63,980 $5,332 $1,230 $31
25th Percentile $62,850 $5,238 $1,209 $30
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Key Factors That Influence Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salaries

A Quality Engineer I - Sterilization'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 Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Engineer I - Sterilization'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): $63,896
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $64,051
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,581
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,687
  • Expert (over 8 years): $64,758
Levels Salary
Entry Level Quality Engineer I - Sterilization$63,896
Intermediate Level Quality Engineer I - Sterilization$64,051
Senior Level Quality Engineer I - Sterilization$64,581
Specialist Level Quality Engineer I - Sterilization$64,687
Expert Level Quality Engineer I - Sterilization$64,758
$63,896 0 yr
$64,051 < 2 yrs
$64,581 2-4 yrs
$64,687 5-8 yrs
$64,758 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Quality Engineer I - Sterilizations

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:

  • San Jose: $80,690
  • San Francisco: $79,810
  • Oakland: $78,130

Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Quality Engineer I - Sterilization salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $71,622. While startup companies pay approximate $60,590.

Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$60,590
Growth Stage51~500$64,082
Established501~5000$69,164
Enterprise5000+$71,622

Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality Engineer I - Sterilization roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Quality Engineer I - Sterilization positions in Software & Networking or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Engineer I - Sterilization as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Quality Engineer I - Sterilization

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale$95,970$46.050%
Construction$89,572$43.040%
Insurance$86,373$42.035%
Business Services$83,174$40.030%
Healthcare$79,975$38.025%

Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Engineer I - Sterilization'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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Average $63,980/year
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $66,350 $5,529 $1,276 $32
Average $63,980 $5,332 $1,230 $31
25th Percentile $62,850 $5,238 $1,209 $30

Quality Engineer I - Sterilization Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Quality Engineer I - Sterilization, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Quality Assurance Analyst II - Sterilization role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $93,600 - a projected growth of 46% over your current level.

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FAQ about Quality Engineer I - Sterilization

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Quality Engineer I - Sterilization?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality Engineer I - Sterilization roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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