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

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Medical Device Engineer III roles, with salaries approximately 40% 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 III?

Medical Device Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Device Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $124,853, California $124,380, Massachusetts $122,722. 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 III Salary in Delaware

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Device Engineer III in Delaware is $114,197 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,011
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,776 to $122,475
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,929

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Medical Device Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,475	$10,206	$2,355	$59
Average	$114,197	$9,516	$2,196	$55
25th Percentile	$107,776	$8,981	$2,073	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Device Engineer III Salaries

A Medical Device 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 Medical Device Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medical Device 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:

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 III 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 IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $124,853.
California: $124,380.
Massachusetts: $122,722.

District of Columbia $124,853 California $124,380 Massachusetts $122,722 Washington $122,271 New Jersey $122,226 Alaska $122,068 Connecticut $120,512 New York $119,880

Hawaii $117,862 Rhode Island $116,915 Maryland $116,272 Minnesota $115,392 Colorado $115,054 Illinois $114,941 Oregon $114,513 Delaware $114,197

New Hampshire $113,999 Virginia $113,554 Pennsylvania $112,258 Nevada $111,604 North Dakota $111,389 Michigan $111,051 Wisconsin $110,927 Vermont $110,679

Texas $109,991 Maine $109,946 Arizona $109,878 Ohio $109,799 Georgia $108,762 Indiana $108,243 Wyoming $108,142 Utah $107,984

Iowa $107,916 Kansas $107,375 Louisiana $107,217 North Carolina $107,161 Missouri $107,138 Florida $106,698 Montana $106,461 Nebraska $106,236

Kentucky $106,112 South Carolina $105,661 Tennessee $105,379 Idaho $105,266 New Mexico $104,443 Oklahoma $104,263 Alabama $103,597 South Dakota $102,481

Arkansas $101,872 West Virginia $101,545 Mississippi $100,564

Top Paying Cities for Medical Device 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:

Lincoln: $113,683
Little Creek: $114,515
Magnolia: $114,350

Lincoln, DE $113,683 Little Creek, DE $114,515 Magnolia, DE $114,350 Milford, DE $113,972 Marydel, DE $114,159 Millsboro, DE $113,206 Millville, DE $113,381 Milton, DE $113,577

Nassau, DE $113,659 Ocean View, DE $113,362 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,579 Seaford, DE $113,643 Selbyville, DE $113,173 Smyrna, DE $114,594 Viola, DE $114,066 Woodside, DE $114,373

Bear, DE $114,109 Newark, DE $114,066 Claymont, DE $114,300 Delaware City, DE $114,180 Hockessin, DE $114,056 Kirkwood, DE $114,159 Middletown, DE $114,203 Montchanin, DE $114,082

New Castle, DE $114,099 Odessa, DE $114,259 Port Penn, DE $114,336 Rockland, DE $114,093 Saint Georges, DE $114,167 Townsend, DE $114,343 Winterthur, DE $114,107 Lewes, DE $113,621

Wilmington, DE $114,062 Dover, DE $114,515 Dover Afb, DE $113,912 Bethany Beach, DE $113,242 Bethel, DE $113,359 Bridgeville, DE $113,627 Camden Wyoming, DE $114,193 Cheswold, DE $114,478

Clayton, DE $114,481 Dagsboro, DE $113,163 Delmar, DE $112,982 Ellendale, DE $113,324 Felton, DE $113,963 Fenwick Island, DE $113,188 Frankford, DE $112,991 Frederica, DE $114,075

Georgetown, DE $113,120 Greenwood, DE $113,645 Harbeson, DE $113,241 Harrington, DE $113,818 Hartly, DE $114,172 Houston, DE $113,656 Kenton, DE $114,487 Laurel, DE $113,053

Yorklyn, DE $114,090

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

Medical Device Engineer III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $127,933. While startup companies pay approximate $108,473.

Medical Device Engineer III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$108,473
Growth Stage	51~500	$114,644
Established	501~5000	$123,616
Enterprise	5000+	$127,933

Medical Device Engineer III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medical Device Engineer III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 82% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Medical Device Engineer positions in Software & Networking or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Medical Device Engineer III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Medical Device Engineer III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$159,876	$77.0	40%
Healthcare	$142,746	$69.0	25%
Biotechnology	$127,901	$61.0	12%

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

Understanding how a Medical Device 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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$107,776

Average $114,197/year

$122,475

$8,981

Average $9,516/month

$10,206

$2,073

Average $2,196/week

$2,355

$52

Average $55/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,475	$10,206	$2,355	$59
Average	$114,197	$9,516	$2,196	$55
25th Percentile	$107,776	$8,981	$2,073	$52

Medical Device Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Medical Device Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Medical Device Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $139,229 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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