What are the main factors that influence a Process Engineer I's salary?

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

How does experience change A Process Engineer 's salary?

A Process Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Process Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $90,500, a Process Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $103,729, a Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,155, a Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $140,737, a Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $122,831,

What are the highest paying states for a Process Engineer I?

Process Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Process Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $95,868, California $95,504, Massachusetts $94,232. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Process Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Process Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Chemical Process Design Engineer I: $87,200; Chemical Process Engineer I: $87,130; Process Optimization Engineer I: $86,603; Manufacturing Process Engineer I: $86,590; Process Development Engineer I: $86,590.

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Process Engineer I Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Process Engineer I make in Hawaii?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineer I in Hawaii is $90,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,192
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,387 to $98,190
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,911

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Process Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,190	$8,183	$1,888	$47
Average	$90,500	$7,542	$1,740	$44
25th Percentile	$83,387	$6,949	$1,604	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Process Engineer I Salaries

A Process 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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Process Engineer I	0-2 years	$90,500
Process Engineer II	2-4 years	$103,729
Process Engineer III	4-7 years	$115,155
Process Engineer IV	7+ years	$140,737
Process Engineering Supervisor	7+ years	$122,831

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

District of Columbia: $95,868.
California: $95,504.
Massachusetts: $94,232.

District of Columbia $95,868 California $95,504 Massachusetts $94,232 Washington $93,885 New Jersey $93,851 Alaska $93,729 Connecticut $92,534 New York $92,050

Hawaii $90,500 Rhode Island $89,772 Maryland $89,279 Minnesota $88,603 Colorado $88,344 Illinois $88,257 Oregon $87,928 Delaware $87,686

New Hampshire $87,533 Virginia $87,192 Pennsylvania $86,196 Nevada $85,694 North Dakota $85,530 Michigan $85,270 Wisconsin $85,175 Vermont $84,984

Texas $84,456 Maine $84,421 Arizona $84,369 Ohio $84,309 Georgia $83,512 Indiana $83,114 Wyoming $83,036 Utah $82,915

Iowa $82,863 Kansas $82,447 Louisiana $82,326 North Carolina $82,283 Missouri $82,265 Florida $81,928 Montana $81,746 Nebraska $81,573

Kentucky $81,477 South Carolina $81,131 Tennessee $80,915 Idaho $80,828 New Mexico $80,196 Oklahoma $80,057 Alabama $79,547 South Dakota $78,689

Arkansas $78,222 West Virginia $77,971 Mississippi $77,217

Top Paying Cities for Process 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:

Aiea: $90,041
Anahola: $89,435
Captain Cook: $89,435

Aiea, HI $90,041 Anahola, HI $89,435 Captain Cook, HI $89,435 Eleele, HI $89,435 Ewa Beach, HI $90,041 Kapolei, HI $89,842 Haiku, HI $89,435 Hakalau, HI $89,435

Haleiwa, HI $89,435 Hana, HI $89,435 Hanalei, HI $89,435 Hanamaulu, HI $89,435 Hanapepe, HI $89,435 Hauula, HI $89,634 Hawaii National Park, HI $89,435 Hawi, HI $89,435

Hilo, HI $89,435 Princeville, HI $89,435 Holualoa, HI $89,435 Honaunau, HI $89,435 Honokaa, HI $89,435 Honomu, HI $89,435 Hoolehua, HI $89,435 Kaaawa, HI $89,798

Kahuku, HI $89,435 Kahului, HI $89,435 Kailua, HI $90,041 Ocean View, HI $89,435 Waikoloa, HI $89,435 Keauhou, HI $89,435 Kailua Kona, HI $89,435 Kalaheo, HI $89,435

Kalaupapa, HI $89,435 Kamuela, HI $89,435 Kaneohe, HI $90,041 Kapaa, HI $89,435 Kaumakani, HI $89,435 Kaunakakai, HI $89,435 Keaau, HI $89,435 Kealakekua, HI $89,435

Kealia, HI $89,435 Kekaha, HI $89,435 Kihei, HI $89,435 Kilauea, HI $89,435 Kapaau, HI $89,435 Koloa, HI $89,435 Kualapuu, HI $89,435 Kunia, HI $89,755

Kurtistown, HI $89,435 Lahaina, HI $89,435 Laie, HI $89,513 Lanai City, HI $89,435 Laupahoehoe, HI $89,435 Lawai, HI $89,435 Lihue, HI $89,435 Makawao, HI $89,435

Makaweli, HI $89,435 Maunaloa, HI $89,435 Mountain View, HI $89,435 Naalehu, HI $89,435 Ninole, HI $89,435 Ookala, HI $89,435 Paauilo, HI $89,435 Pahala, HI $89,435

Pahoa, HI $89,435 Paia, HI $89,435 Papaaloa, HI $89,435 Papaikou, HI $89,435 Pearl City, HI $90,041 Pepeekeo, HI $89,435 Puunene, HI $89,435 Volcano, HI $89,435

Wahiawa, HI $89,755 Pukalani, HI $89,435 Mililani, HI $89,876 Kula, HI $89,435 Waialua, HI $89,435 Waianae, HI $89,513 Wailuku, HI $89,435 Waimanalo, HI $90,041

Waimea, HI $89,435 Waipahu, HI $89,997 Honolulu, HI $90,041 J B P H H, HI $90,041 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $89,798 Schofield Barracks, HI $89,720 Fort Shafter, HI $90,041 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $90,041

Camp H M Smith, HI $90,041 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $89,997 Wake Island, HI $90,041

Process Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Process 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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$83,387

Average $90,500/year

$98,190

$6,949

Average $7,542/month

$8,183

$1,604

Average $1,740/week

$1,888

$40

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,190	$8,183	$1,888	$47
Average	$90,500	$7,542	$1,740	$44
25th Percentile	$83,387	$6,949	$1,604	$40

Process Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Process Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Process Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $103,729 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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