What are the main factors that influence a Process Engineer II'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 $87,686, a Process Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,503, a Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $111,574, a Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,361, a Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $119,011,

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

Process Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Process Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $109,882, California $109,465, Massachusetts $108,006. 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 Engineer II: $102,317; Process Development Engineer II: $99,290; Process Optimization Engineer II: $99,263; Manufacturing Process Engineer II: $99,250; Semiconductor Process Engineer II: $98,090.

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Process Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Process Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineer II in Delaware is $100,503 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,843
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,361 to $108,010
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,858

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Process Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,010	$9,001	$2,077	$52
Average	$100,503	$8,375	$1,933	$48
25th Percentile	$93,361	$7,780	$1,795	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Process Engineer II Salaries

A Process Engineer II'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 Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Process Engineer II'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:

Process Engineer I (0-2 years): $87,686
Process Engineer II (2-4 years): $100,503
Process Engineer III (4-7 years): $111,574
Process Engineer IV (7+ years): $136,361
Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years): $119,011

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Process Engineer I	0-2 years	$87,686
Process Engineer II	2-4 years	$100,503
Process Engineer III	4-7 years	$111,574
Process Engineer IV	7+ years	$136,361
Process Engineering Supervisor	7+ years	$119,011

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

District of Columbia: $109,882.
California: $109,465.
Massachusetts: $108,006.

District of Columbia $109,882 California $109,465 Massachusetts $108,006 Washington $107,609 New Jersey $107,569 Alaska $107,431 Connecticut $106,061 New York $105,505

Hawaii $103,729 Rhode Island $102,895 Maryland $102,329 Minnesota $101,555 Colorado $101,258 Illinois $101,158 Oregon $100,781 Delaware $100,503

New Hampshire $100,329 Virginia $99,938 Pennsylvania $98,796 Nevada $98,221 North Dakota $98,032 Michigan $97,735 Wisconsin $97,625 Vermont $97,407

Texas $96,802 Maine $96,762 Arizona $96,702 Ohio $96,633 Georgia $95,720 Indiana $95,263 Wyoming $95,174 Utah $95,035

Iowa $94,976 Kansas $94,499 Louisiana $94,360 North Carolina $94,311 Missouri $94,291 Florida $93,904 Montana $93,695 Nebraska $93,497

Kentucky $93,388 South Carolina $92,991 Tennessee $92,743 Idaho $92,643 New Mexico $91,919 Oklahoma $91,760 Alabama $91,175 South Dakota $90,192

Arkansas $89,656 West Virginia $89,368 Mississippi $88,505

Top Paying Cities for Process Engineer IIs

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: $104,017
Little Creek: $103,054
Magnolia: $103,481

Lincoln, DE $104,017 Little Creek, DE $103,054 Magnolia, DE $103,481 Milford, DE $104,017 Marydel, DE $102,667 Millsboro, DE $104,017 Millville, DE $104,711 Milton, DE $104,017

Nassau, DE $104,017 Ocean View, DE $104,711 Rehoboth Beach, DE $104,711 Seaford, DE $102,925 Selbyville, DE $104,711 Smyrna, DE $102,548 Viola, DE $103,481 Woodside, DE $103,183

Bear, DE $101,794 Newark, DE $101,833 Claymont, DE $101,913 Delaware City, DE $101,833 Hockessin, DE $101,913 Kirkwood, DE $101,833 Middletown, DE $102,339 Montchanin, DE $101,913

New Castle, DE $101,913 Odessa, DE $102,478 Port Penn, DE $101,555 Rockland, DE $101,913 Saint Georges, DE $101,833 Townsend, DE $102,329 Winterthur, DE $101,913 Lewes, DE $104,017

Wilmington, DE $101,913 Dover, DE $103,004 Dover Afb, DE $103,242 Bethany Beach, DE $104,711 Bethel, DE $102,925 Bridgeville, DE $104,017 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,113 Cheswold, DE $102,766

Clayton, DE $102,508 Dagsboro, DE $104,711 Delmar, DE $102,925 Ellendale, DE $104,017 Felton, DE $104,017 Fenwick Island, DE $104,711 Frankford, DE $104,711 Frederica, DE $104,017

Georgetown, DE $104,017 Greenwood, DE $104,017 Harbeson, DE $104,017 Harrington, DE $104,017 Hartly, DE $102,458 Houston, DE $104,017 Kenton, DE $102,508 Laurel, DE $102,925

Yorklyn, DE $101,913

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

Understanding how a Process Engineer II'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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$93,361

Average $100,503/year

$108,010

$7,780

Average $8,375/month

$9,001

$1,795

Average $1,933/week

$2,077

$45

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,010	$9,001	$2,077	$52
Average	$100,503	$8,375	$1,933	$48
25th Percentile	$93,361	$7,780	$1,795	$45

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For a Process Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Process Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $111,574 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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