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

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Manufacturing System Engineering Director roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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

A Manufacturing System Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: a Manufacturing System Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $117,831, a Manufacturing System Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $129,622, a Manufacturing System Engineering Manager (7+ years)earns $145,210, a Manufacturing System Engineering Manager, Sr. (7+ years)earns $160,745, a Manufacturing System Engineering Director (7+ years)earns $186,701,

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

Manufacturing System Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manufacturing System Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $197,776, California $197,026, Massachusetts $194,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Manufacturing System Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Manufacturing Engineering: $187,961; Manufacturing Process Engineering Director: $183,500; Manufacturing Execution System Director: $178,700; Manufacturing Engineer Director: $178,627; Associate Director Manufacturing and Engineering: $163,325.

Manufacturing System Engineering Director Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Manufacturing System Engineering Director make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing System Engineering Director in Hawaii is $186,701 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $90.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $208,927
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $179,882 to $198,335
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,674

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Manufacturing System Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$198,335	$16,528	$3,814	$95
Average	$186,701	$15,558	$3,590	$90
25th Percentile	$179,882	$14,990	$3,459	$86

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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing System Engineering Director Salaries

A Manufacturing System 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 System Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing System 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 System Engineer IV (7+ years): $117,831
Manufacturing System Engineering Supervisor (7+ years): $129,622
Manufacturing System Engineering Manager (7+ years): $145,210
Manufacturing System Engineering Manager, Sr. (7+ years): $160,745
Manufacturing System Engineering Director (7+ years): $186,701

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Manufacturing System Engineer IV	7+ years	$117,831
Manufacturing System Engineering Supervisor	7+ years	$129,622
Manufacturing System Engineering Manager	7+ years	$145,210
Manufacturing System Engineering Manager, Sr.	7+ years	$160,745
Manufacturing System Engineering Director	7+ years	$186,701

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

District of Columbia: $197,776.
California: $197,026.
Massachusetts: $194,400.

District of Columbia $197,776 California $197,026 Massachusetts $194,400 Washington $193,685 New Jersey $193,614 Alaska $193,364 Connecticut $190,899 New York $189,898

Hawaii $186,701 Rhode Island $185,200 Maryland $184,182 Minnesota $182,789 Colorado $182,253 Illinois $182,075 Oregon $181,396 Delaware $180,896

New Hampshire $180,581 Virginia $179,877 Pennsylvania $177,823 Nevada $176,787 North Dakota $176,448 Michigan $175,912 Wisconsin $175,715 Vermont $175,322

Texas $174,233 Maine $174,161 Arizona $174,054 Ohio $173,929 Georgia $172,286 Indiana $171,464 Wyoming $171,303 Utah $171,053

Iowa $170,946 Kansas $170,089 Louisiana $169,839 North Carolina $169,749 Missouri $169,714 Florida $169,017 Montana $168,642 Nebraska $168,284

Kentucky $168,088 South Carolina $167,373 Tennessee $166,927 Idaho $166,748 New Mexico $165,444 Oklahoma $165,159 Alabama $164,105 South Dakota $162,336

Arkansas $161,372 West Virginia $160,854 Mississippi $159,300

Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing System 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:

Aiea: $185,690
Anahola: $183,255
Captain Cook: $183,071

Aiea, HI $185,690 Anahola, HI $183,255 Captain Cook, HI $183,071 Eleele, HI $183,627 Ewa Beach, HI $185,526 Kapolei, HI $185,377 Haiku, HI $183,391 Hakalau, HI $182,980

Haleiwa, HI $185,020 Hana, HI $182,953 Hanalei, HI $183,016 Hanamaulu, HI $183,387 Hanapepe, HI $183,618 Hauula, HI $185,302 Hawaii National Park, HI $183,193 Hawi, HI $183,496

Hilo, HI $183,370 Princeville, HI $183,350 Holualoa, HI $183,144 Honaunau, HI $182,828 Honokaa, HI $183,064 Honomu, HI $183,352 Hoolehua, HI $182,828 Kaaawa, HI $185,363

Kahuku, HI $184,966 Kahului, HI $183,814 Kailua, HI $185,631 Ocean View, HI $183,296 Waikoloa, HI $183,278 Keauhou, HI $183,144 Kailua Kona, HI $183,366 Kalaheo, HI $183,407

Kalaupapa, HI $182,660 Kamuela, HI $183,157 Kaneohe, HI $185,592 Kapaa, HI $183,607 Kaumakani, HI $183,705 Kaunakakai, HI $183,046 Keaau, HI $183,495 Kealakekua, HI $183,398

Kealia, HI $183,461 Kekaha, HI $183,275 Kihei, HI $183,627 Kilauea, HI $183,353 Kapaau, HI $183,214 Koloa, HI $183,434 Kualapuu, HI $182,993 Kunia, HI $185,318

Kurtistown, HI $183,402 Lahaina, HI $183,437 Laie, HI $185,129 Lanai City, HI $182,993 Laupahoehoe, HI $183,454 Lawai, HI $183,705 Lihue, HI $183,387 Makawao, HI $183,532

Makaweli, HI $182,982 Maunaloa, HI $182,551 Mountain View, HI $183,305 Naalehu, HI $182,935 Ninole, HI $182,812 Ookala, HI $182,871 Paauilo, HI $183,094 Pahala, HI $182,985

Pahoa, HI $183,228 Paia, HI $183,446 Papaaloa, HI $183,479 Papaikou, HI $183,098 Pearl City, HI $185,556 Pepeekeo, HI $183,454 Puunene, HI $183,814 Volcano, HI $183,193

Wahiawa, HI $185,238 Pukalani, HI $183,532 Mililani, HI $185,461 Kula, HI $183,153 Waialua, HI $184,920 Waianae, HI $185,092 Wailuku, HI $183,529 Waimanalo, HI $185,595

Waimea, HI $183,689 Waipahu, HI $185,476 Honolulu, HI $185,754 J B P H H, HI $185,722 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $185,338 Schofield Barracks, HI $185,284 Fort Shafter, HI $185,754 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $185,754

Camp H M Smith, HI $185,713 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $185,533 Wake Island, HI $185,754

Manufacturing System Engineering Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Manufacturing System Engineering Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $209,572. While startup companies pay approximate $177,372.

Manufacturing System Engineering Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$177,372
Growth Stage	51~500	$187,553
Established	501~5000	$202,420
Enterprise	5000+	$209,572

Manufacturing System Engineering Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manufacturing System Engineering Director 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 Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Manufacturing System Engineering Director positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manufacturing System Engineering Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manufacturing System Engineering Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$261,381	$126.0	40%
Internet	$242,711	$117.0	30%
Biotechnology	$233,376	$112.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$224,041	$108.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$214,706	$103.0	15%

Manufacturing System Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing System 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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$179,882

Average $186,701/year

$198,335

$14,990

Average $15,558/month

$16,528

$3,459

Average $3,590/week

$3,814

$86

Average $90/hour

$95

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$198,335	$16,528	$3,814	$95
Average	$186,701	$15,558	$3,590	$90
25th Percentile	$179,882	$14,990	$3,459	$86

Manufacturing System Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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