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 II's salary?

A Process Engineer II's salary grows with experience: starting around $98,149 for beginners, reaching about $100,492 at mid-level, and approach $104,416 for experts.

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 $109,870, California $109,453, Massachusetts $107,994. 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: Semiconductor Process Engineer II: $118,590; Chemical Process Engineer II: $102,315; Process Development Engineer II: $99,290; Process Optimization Engineer II: $99,253; Manufacturing Process Engineer II: $99,240.

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Process Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Process Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineer II in Delaware is $100,492 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): $114,842
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,355 to $108,003
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,856

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Process Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,003	$9,000	$2,077	$52
Average	$100,492	$8,374	$1,933	$48
25th Percentile	$93,355	$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 II 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $98,149
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,362
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,492
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $103,295
Expert (over 8 years): $104,416

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Process Engineer II	$98,149
Intermediate Level Process Engineer II	$98,362
Senior Level Process Engineer II	$100,492
Specialist Level Process Engineer II	$103,295
Expert Level Process Engineer II	$104,416

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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: $109,870.
California: $109,453.
Massachusetts: $107,994.

District of Columbia $109,870 California $109,453 Massachusetts $107,994 Washington $107,597 New Jersey $107,558 Alaska $107,419 Connecticut $106,049 New York $105,494

Hawaii $103,717 Rhode Island $102,884 Maryland $102,318 Minnesota $101,544 Colorado $101,246 Illinois $101,147 Oregon $100,770 Delaware $100,492

New Hampshire $100,318 Virginia $99,927 Pennsylvania $98,785 Nevada $98,210 North Dakota $98,021 Michigan $97,724 Wisconsin $97,615 Vermont $97,396

Texas $96,791 Maine $96,751 Arizona $96,692 Ohio $96,622 Georgia $95,709 Indiana $95,253 Wyoming $95,163 Utah $95,025

Iowa $94,965 Kansas $94,489 Louisiana $94,350 North Carolina $94,300 Missouri $94,280 Florida $93,893 Montana $93,685 Nebraska $93,486

Kentucky $93,377 South Carolina $92,980 Tennessee $92,732 Idaho $92,633 New Mexico $91,909 Oklahoma $91,750 Alabama $91,164 South Dakota $90,182

Arkansas $89,646 West Virginia $89,358 Mississippi $88,495

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: $104,005
Little Creek: $103,043
Magnolia: $103,469

Lincoln, DE $104,005 Little Creek, DE $103,043 Magnolia, DE $103,469 Milford, DE $104,005 Marydel, DE $102,656 Millsboro, DE $104,005 Millville, DE $104,700 Milton, DE $104,005

Nassau, DE $104,005 Ocean View, DE $104,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $104,700 Seaford, DE $102,914 Selbyville, DE $104,700 Smyrna, DE $102,536 Viola, DE $103,469 Woodside, DE $103,172

Bear, DE $101,782 Newark, DE $101,822 Claymont, DE $101,901 Delaware City, DE $101,822 Hockessin, DE $101,901 Kirkwood, DE $101,822 Middletown, DE $102,328 Montchanin, DE $101,901

New Castle, DE $101,901 Odessa, DE $102,467 Port Penn, DE $101,544 Rockland, DE $101,901 Saint Georges, DE $101,822 Townsend, DE $102,318 Winterthur, DE $101,901 Lewes, DE $104,005

Wilmington, DE $101,901 Dover, DE $102,993 Dover Afb, DE $103,231 Bethany Beach, DE $104,700 Bethel, DE $102,914 Bridgeville, DE $104,005 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,102 Cheswold, DE $102,755

Clayton, DE $102,497 Dagsboro, DE $104,700 Delmar, DE $102,914 Ellendale, DE $104,005 Felton, DE $104,005 Fenwick Island, DE $104,700 Frankford, DE $104,700 Frederica, DE $104,005

Georgetown, DE $104,005 Greenwood, DE $104,005 Harbeson, DE $104,005 Harrington, DE $104,005 Hartly, DE $102,447 Houston, DE $104,005 Kenton, DE $102,497 Laurel, DE $102,914

Yorklyn, DE $101,901

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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$93,355

Average $100,492/year

$108,003

$7,780

Average $8,374/month

$9,000

$1,795

Average $1,933/week

$2,077

$45

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,003	$9,000	$2,077	$52
Average	$100,492	$8,374	$1,933	$48
25th Percentile	$93,355	$7,780	$1,795	$45

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