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Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III Salary in California

How much does a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III in California is $120,551 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

However, a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,365
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $112,892 to $129,352
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,919
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Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $129,352 $10,779 $2,488 $62
Average $120,551 $10,046 $2,318 $58
25th Percentile $112,892 $9,408 $2,171 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III Salaries

A Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III'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 Equipment Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III'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 Equipment Engineer I (0-2 years): $86,054
  • Manufacturing Equipment Engineer II (2-4 years): $102,284
  • Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III (4-7 years): $120,551
  • Manufacturing Equipment Engineer IV (7+ years): $140,221
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Manufacturing Equipment Engineer I0-2 years$86,054
Manufacturing Equipment Engineer II2-4 years$102,284
Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III4-7 years$120,551
Manufacturing Equipment Engineer IV7+ years$140,221
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Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing Equipment Engineer IIIs

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: $120,759
  • West Hollywood: $120,672
  • Dodgertown: $120,758

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $135,315. While startup companies pay approximate $114,603.

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$114,603
Growth Stage51~500$121,163
Established501~5000$130,719
Enterprise5000+$135,315

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 105% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Manufacturing Equipment Engineer positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$180,827$87.050%
Biotechnology$144,662$70.020%
Chemicals$132,606$64.010%
Energy & Utilities$126,579$61.05%

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III'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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$112,892
Average $120,551/year
$129,352
$9,408
Average $10,046/month
$10,779
$2,171
Average $2,318/week
$2,488
$54
Average $58/hour
$62
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $129,352 $10,779 $2,488 $62
Average $120,551 $10,046 $2,318 $58
25th Percentile $112,892 $9,408 $2,171 $54

Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Manufacturing Equipment Engineer IV

For a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Manufacturing Equipment Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $140,221 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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