What are the main factors that influence a Process Engineer III'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 $87,692, a Process Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,508, a Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $111,577, a Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,368, a Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $119,009,

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

Process Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Process Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $121,989, California $121,526, Massachusetts $119,907. 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 III: $121,790; Chemical Process Engineer III: $119,975; Validation Process Engineer III: $114,490; Process Engineer III, Senior: $111,644; Biologics Process Engineer III: $111,400.

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Process Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Process Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineer III in Delaware is $111,577 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,034
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,607 to $120,191
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,530

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Process Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,191	$10,016	$2,311	$58
Average	$111,577	$9,298	$2,146	$54
25th Percentile	$101,607	$8,467	$1,954	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Process Engineer III Salaries

A Process 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 Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Process 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:

Process Engineer I (0-2 years): $87,692
Process Engineer II (2-4 years): $100,508
Process Engineer III (4-7 years): $111,577
Process Engineer IV (7+ years): $136,368
Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years): $119,009

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Process Engineer I	0-2 years	$87,692
Process Engineer II	2-4 years	$100,508
Process Engineer III	4-7 years	$111,577
Process Engineer IV	7+ years	$136,368
Process Engineering Supervisor	7+ years	$119,009

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

District of Columbia: $121,989.
California: $121,526.
Massachusetts: $119,907.

District of Columbia $121,989 California $121,526 Massachusetts $119,907 Washington $119,466 New Jersey $119,422 Alaska $119,268 Connecticut $117,747 New York $117,130

Hawaii $115,158 Rhode Island $114,233 Maryland $113,605 Minnesota $112,745 Colorado $112,415 Illinois $112,304 Oregon $111,886 Delaware $111,577

New Hampshire $111,383 Virginia $110,949 Pennsylvania $109,682 Nevada $109,043 North Dakota $108,834 Michigan $108,503 Wisconsin $108,382 Vermont $108,140

Texas $107,468 Maine $107,424 Arizona $107,357 Ohio $107,280 Georgia $106,267 Indiana $105,760 Wyoming $105,661 Utah $105,506

Iowa $105,440 Kansas $104,911 Louisiana $104,757 North Carolina $104,702 Missouri $104,680 Florida $104,250 Montana $104,019 Nebraska $103,799

Kentucky $103,677 South Carolina $103,237 Tennessee $102,961 Idaho $102,851 New Mexico $102,047 Oklahoma $101,871 Alabama $101,221 South Dakota $100,130

Arkansas $99,535 West Virginia $99,215 Mississippi $98,257

Top Paying Cities for Process 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: $115,478
Little Creek: $114,409
Magnolia: $114,883

Lincoln, DE $115,478 Little Creek, DE $114,409 Magnolia, DE $114,883 Milford, DE $115,478 Marydel, DE $113,979 Millsboro, DE $115,478 Millville, DE $116,249 Milton, DE $115,478

Nassau, DE $115,478 Ocean View, DE $116,249 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,249 Seaford, DE $114,266 Selbyville, DE $116,249 Smyrna, DE $113,847 Viola, DE $114,883 Woodside, DE $114,552

Bear, DE $113,010 Newark, DE $113,054 Claymont, DE $113,142 Delaware City, DE $113,054 Hockessin, DE $113,142 Kirkwood, DE $113,054 Middletown, DE $113,616 Montchanin, DE $113,142

New Castle, DE $113,142 Odessa, DE $113,770 Port Penn, DE $112,745 Rockland, DE $113,142 Saint Georges, DE $113,054 Townsend, DE $113,605 Winterthur, DE $113,142 Lewes, DE $115,478

Wilmington, DE $113,142 Dover, DE $114,354 Dover Afb, DE $114,618 Bethany Beach, DE $116,249 Bethel, DE $114,266 Bridgeville, DE $115,478 Camden Wyoming, DE $114,475 Cheswold, DE $114,089

Clayton, DE $113,803 Dagsboro, DE $116,249 Delmar, DE $114,266 Ellendale, DE $115,478 Felton, DE $115,478 Fenwick Island, DE $116,249 Frankford, DE $116,249 Frederica, DE $115,478

Georgetown, DE $115,478 Greenwood, DE $115,478 Harbeson, DE $115,478 Harrington, DE $115,478 Hartly, DE $113,748 Houston, DE $115,478 Kenton, DE $113,803 Laurel, DE $114,266

Yorklyn, DE $113,142

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

Understanding how a Process 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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$101,607

Average $111,577/year

$120,191

$8,467

Average $9,298/month

$10,016

$1,954

Average $2,146/week

$2,311

$49

Average $54/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,191	$10,016	$2,311	$58
Average	$111,577	$9,298	$2,146	$54
25th Percentile	$101,607	$8,467	$1,954	$49

Process Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Process Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Process Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $136,368 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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