What are the main factors that influence a Medical Device Engineer I'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 Medical Device Engineer I?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Medical Device Engineer I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Medical Device Engineer 's salary?

A Medical Device Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Medical Device Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $81,089, a Medical Device Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $96,922, a Medical Device Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $114,197, a Medical Device Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,229, a Medical Device Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,930,

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Device Engineer I?

Medical Device Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Device Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $88,656, California $88,319, Massachusetts $87,142. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Device Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Medical Device Engineer level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Medical Device Engineering: $319,031; VP of Medical Device Engineering: $253,563; Medical Device Engineer VI: $204,696; Medical Device Engineer V: $169,774; Medical Device Engineer IV: $137,483.

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Medical Device Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medical Device Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Device Engineer I in Delaware is $81,089 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,530
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,121 to $85,507
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,688

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Medical Device Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,507	$7,126	$1,644	$41
Average	$81,089	$6,757	$1,559	$39
25th Percentile	$75,121	$6,260	$1,445	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Device Engineer I Salaries

A Medical Device Engineer I'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 Medical Device Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medical Device Engineer I'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:

Medical Device Engineer I (0-2 years): $81,089
Medical Device Engineer II (2-4 years): $96,922
Medical Device Engineer III (4-7 years): $114,197
Medical Device Engineer IV (7+ years): $139,229
Medical Device Engineer V (7-10 years): $171,930

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Medical Device Engineer I	0-2 years	$81,089
Medical Device Engineer II	2-4 years	$96,922
Medical Device Engineer III	4-7 years	$114,197
Medical Device Engineer IV	7+ years	$139,229
Medical Device Engineer V	7-10 years	$171,930

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How Do Medical Device Engineer I 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 Medical Device Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,656.
California: $88,319.
Massachusetts: $87,142.

District of Columbia $88,656 California $88,319 Massachusetts $87,142 Washington $86,822 New Jersey $86,790 Alaska $86,678 Connecticut $85,573 New York $85,125

Hawaii $83,691 Rhode Island $83,019 Maryland $82,562 Minnesota $81,938 Colorado $81,697 Illinois $81,617 Oregon $81,313 Delaware $81,089

New Hampshire $80,948 Virginia $80,633 Pennsylvania $79,712 Nevada $79,247 North Dakota $79,095 Michigan $78,855 Wisconsin $78,767 Vermont $78,591

Texas $78,102 Maine $78,070 Arizona $78,022 Ohio $77,966 Georgia $77,229 Indiana $76,861 Wyoming $76,789 Utah $76,677

Iowa $76,629 Kansas $76,245 Louisiana $76,132 North Carolina $76,092 Missouri $76,076 Florida $75,764 Montana $75,596 Nebraska $75,436

Kentucky $75,348 South Carolina $75,027 Tennessee $74,827 Idaho $74,747 New Mexico $74,163 Oklahoma $74,035 Alabama $73,562 South Dakota $72,769

Arkansas $72,337 West Virginia $72,105 Mississippi $71,408

Top Paying Cities for Medical Device Engineer Is

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: $80,724
Little Creek: $81,315
Magnolia: $81,198

Lincoln, DE $80,724 Little Creek, DE $81,315 Magnolia, DE $81,198 Milford, DE $80,929 Marydel, DE $81,062 Millsboro, DE $80,385 Millville, DE $80,509 Milton, DE $80,649

Nassau, DE $80,707 Ocean View, DE $80,496 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,650 Seaford, DE $80,696 Selbyville, DE $80,362 Smyrna, DE $81,371 Viola, DE $80,996 Woodside, DE $81,214

Bear, DE $81,026 Newark, DE $80,996 Claymont, DE $81,162 Delaware City, DE $81,077 Hockessin, DE $80,989 Kirkwood, DE $81,062 Middletown, DE $81,093 Montchanin, DE $81,007

New Castle, DE $81,019 Odessa, DE $81,133 Port Penn, DE $81,187 Rockland, DE $81,015 Saint Georges, DE $81,067 Townsend, DE $81,192 Winterthur, DE $81,025 Lewes, DE $80,680

Wilmington, DE $80,993 Dover, DE $81,315 Dover Afb, DE $80,886 Bethany Beach, DE $80,411 Bethel, DE $80,494 Bridgeville, DE $80,684 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,086 Cheswold, DE $81,288

Clayton, DE $81,291 Dagsboro, DE $80,355 Delmar, DE $80,226 Ellendale, DE $80,469 Felton, DE $80,922 Fenwick Island, DE $80,372 Frankford, DE $80,232 Frederica, DE $81,002

Georgetown, DE $80,324 Greenwood, DE $80,697 Harbeson, DE $80,410 Harrington, DE $80,820 Hartly, DE $81,071 Houston, DE $80,705 Kenton, DE $81,295 Laurel, DE $80,276

Yorklyn, DE $81,013

Medical Device Engineer I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Medical Device Engineer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,842. While startup companies pay approximate $77,024.

Medical Device Engineer I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$77,024
Growth Stage	51~500	$81,406
Established	501~5000	$87,777
Enterprise	5000+	$90,842

Medical Device Engineer I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medical Device Engineer I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Medical Device Engineer positions in Software & Networking or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Medical Device Engineer I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Medical Device Engineer I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$105,416	$51.0	30%
Biotechnology	$97,307	$47.0	20%
Healthcare	$89,198	$43.0	10%

Medical Device Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Device Engineer I'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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$75,121

Average $81,089/year

$85,507

$6,260

Average $6,757/month

$7,126

$1,445

Average $1,559/week

$1,644

$36

Average $39/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,507	$7,126	$1,644	$41
Average	$81,089	$6,757	$1,559	$39
25th Percentile	$75,121	$6,260	$1,445	$36

Medical Device Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Medical Device Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Medical Device Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $96,922 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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