What are the main factors that influence a Technical Engineering Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Technical Engineering Director's salary?

A Technical Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: a General Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $172,987, a General Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $199,160, a Technical Engineering Director (5+ years)earns $222,506, a Division VP of Engineering (5+ years)earns $260,552, a Senior Vice President of Engineering (5+ years)earns $327,044,

What are the highest paying states for a Technical Engineering Director?

Technical Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $222,510, California $221,670, Massachusetts $218,710. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technical Engineering Director roles make?

Salaries for Technical Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Management Director: $210,036; Integrated Solutions Engineering Director: $209,214; Medical Device Engineering Director: $206,061; Engineering Director: $200,963; Technical Solutions Support Engineering Director: $183,800.

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Technical Engineering Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Technical Engineering Director make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Engineering Director in District of Columbia is $222,510 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $107.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $250,364
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $208,440 to $237,090
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $195,630

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Technical Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$237,090	$19,758	$4,559	$114
Average	$222,510	$18,543	$4,279	$107
25th Percentile	$208,440	$17,370	$4,008	$100

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Engineering Director Salaries

A Technical 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 Technical Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical 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:

General Engineering Manager (5+ years): $172,987
General Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $199,160
Technical Engineering Director (5+ years): $222,506
Division VP of Engineering (5+ years): $260,552
Senior Vice President of Engineering (5+ years): $327,044

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
General Engineering Manager	5+ years	$172,987
General Engineering Senior Manager	5+ years	$199,160
Technical Engineering Director	5+ years	$222,506
Division VP of Engineering	5+ years	$260,552
Senior Vice President of Engineering	5+ years	$327,044

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

District of Columbia: $222,510.
California: $221,670.
Massachusetts: $218,710.

District of Columbia $222,510 California $221,670 Massachusetts $218,710 Washington $217,910 New Jersey $217,830 Alaska $217,550 Connecticut $214,770 New York $213,650

Hawaii $210,050 Rhode Island $208,360 Maryland $207,220 Minnesota $205,650 Colorado $205,050 Illinois $204,850 Oregon $204,080 Delaware $203,520

New Hampshire $203,170 Virginia $202,370 Pennsylvania $200,060 Nevada $198,900 North Dakota $198,520 Michigan $197,910 Wisconsin $197,690 Vermont $197,250

Texas $196,020 Maine $195,940 Arizona $195,820 Ohio $195,680 Georgia $193,830 Indiana $192,910 Wyoming $192,730 Utah $192,450

Iowa $192,330 Kansas $191,360 Louisiana $191,080 North Carolina $190,980 Missouri $190,940 Florida $190,160 Montana $189,730 Nebraska $189,330

Kentucky $189,110 South Carolina $188,310 Tennessee $187,800 Idaho $187,600 New Mexico $186,140 Oklahoma $185,820 Alabama $184,630 South Dakota $182,640

Arkansas $181,550 West Virginia $180,970 Mississippi $179,220

Top Paying Cities for Technical 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:

Parcel Return Service: $222,510
Washington: $222,510
Naval Anacost Annex: $222,510

Parcel Return Service, DC $222,510 Washington, DC $222,510 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $222,510 Washington Navy Yard, DC $222,510

Technical Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical 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.

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$208,440

Average $222,510/year

$237,090

$17,370

Average $18,543/month

$19,758

$4,008

Average $4,279/week

$4,559

$100

Average $107/hour

$114

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$237,090	$19,758	$4,559	$114
Average	$222,510	$18,543	$4,279	$107
25th Percentile	$208,440	$17,370	$4,008	$100

Technical Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

Technical Engineering Director

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Senior Vice President of Engineering

For a Technical Engineering Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Division VP of Engineering role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $260,600 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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