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

A Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead (3-5 years)earns $118,544, an Engineering Program/Project Management - Manager (5+ years)earns $152,391, an Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects (5+ years)earns $174,423, a Director Engineering Design/Development Projects (5+ years)earns $198,828, an Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director (5+ years)earns $222,312,

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

Salaries for Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects level roles vary by specialization: Senior Director Engineering Design/Development Projects: $219,590; Director Engineering Design/Development Projects: $196,400; Environmental Programs and Projects Senior Manager: $168,400; Drafting Projects Senior Manager: $155,590; Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects: $150,490.

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Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salary in Delaware

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

Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects roles are District of Columbia $190,690, California $189,990, Massachusetts $187,490. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much does a Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects in Delaware is $174,490 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $84.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $224,735
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $161,190 to $200,790
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $149,081

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Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$200,790	$16,733	$3,861	$97
Average	$174,490	$14,541	$3,356	$84
25th Percentile	$161,190	$13,433	$3,100	$77

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries

A Senior 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 Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior 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 - Senior Team Lead (3-5 years): $118,544
Engineering Program/Project Management - Manager (5+ years): $152,391
Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects (5+ years): $174,423
Director Engineering Design/Development Projects (5+ years): $198,828
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director (5+ years): $222,312

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Team Lead	3-5 years	$118,544
Engineering Program/Project Management - Manager	5+ years	$152,391
Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects	5+ years	$174,423
Director Engineering Design/Development Projects	5+ years	$198,828
Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director	5+ years	$222,312

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

District of Columbia: $190,690.
California: $189,990.
Massachusetts: $187,490.

District of Columbia $190,690 California $189,990 Massachusetts $187,490 Washington $186,790 New Jersey $186,690 Alaska $186,490 Connecticut $184,090 New York $183,190

Hawaii $180,090 Rhode Island $178,590 Maryland $177,590 Minnesota $176,290 Colorado $175,790 Illinois $175,590 Oregon $174,990 Delaware $174,490

New Hampshire $174,190 Virginia $173,490 Pennsylvania $171,490 Nevada $170,490 North Dakota $170,190 Michigan $169,690 Wisconsin $169,490 Vermont $169,090

Maine $167,990 Texas $167,990 Arizona $167,890 Ohio $167,790 Georgia $166,190 Indiana $165,390 Wyoming $165,190 Utah $164,990

Iowa $164,890 Kansas $164,090 Louisiana $163,790 Missouri $163,690 North Carolina $163,690 Florida $162,990 Montana $162,690 Nebraska $162,290

Kentucky $162,090 South Carolina $161,390 Tennessee $160,990 Idaho $160,790 New Mexico $159,590 Oklahoma $159,290 Alabama $158,290 South Dakota $156,590

Arkansas $155,590 West Virginia $155,090 Mississippi $153,690

Top Paying Cities for Senior 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:

Lincoln: $173,690
Little Creek: $174,990
Magnolia: $174,690

Lincoln, DE $173,690 Little Creek, DE $174,990 Magnolia, DE $174,690 Milford, DE $174,090 Marydel, DE $174,390 Millsboro, DE $172,990 Millville, DE $173,190 Milton, DE $173,490

Nassau, DE $173,690 Ocean View, DE $173,190 Rehoboth Beach, DE $173,490 Seaford, DE $173,590 Selbyville, DE $172,890 Smyrna, DE $175,090 Viola, DE $174,290 Woodside, DE $174,690

Bear, DE $174,290 Newark, DE $174,290 Claymont, DE $174,590 Delaware City, DE $174,390 Hockessin, DE $174,290 Kirkwood, DE $174,390 Middletown, DE $174,490 Montchanin, DE $174,290

New Castle, DE $174,290 Odessa, DE $174,590 Port Penn, DE $174,690 Rockland, DE $174,290 Saint Georges, DE $174,390 Townsend, DE $174,690 Winterthur, DE $174,290 Lewes, DE $173,590

Wilmington, DE $174,290 Dover, DE $174,990 Dover Afb, DE $173,990 Bethany Beach, DE $172,990 Bethel, DE $173,190 Bridgeville, DE $173,590 Camden Wyoming, DE $174,490 Cheswold, DE $174,890

Clayton, DE $174,890 Dagsboro, DE $172,890 Delmar, DE $172,590 Ellendale, DE $173,090 Felton, DE $174,090 Fenwick Island, DE $172,890 Frankford, DE $172,590 Frederica, DE $174,290

Georgetown, DE $172,790 Greenwood, DE $173,590 Harbeson, DE $172,990 Harrington, DE $173,890 Hartly, DE $174,390 Houston, DE $173,590 Kenton, DE $174,890 Laurel, DE $172,690

Yorklyn, DE $174,290

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

Understanding how a Senior 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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$161,190

Average $174,490/year

$200,790

$13,433

Average $14,541/month

$16,733

$3,100

Average $3,356/week

$3,861

$77

Average $84/hour

$97

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$200,790	$16,733	$3,861	$97
Average	$174,490	$14,541	$3,356	$84
25th Percentile	$161,190	$13,433	$3,100	$77

Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Senior Manager Engineering Design/Development Projects, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Director Engineering Design/Development Projects role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $198,900 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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