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 III's salary?

A Process Engineer III's salary grows with experience: starting around $107,074 for beginners, reaching about $109,021 at mid-level, and approach $115,422 for experts.

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 $121,979, California $121,516, Massachusetts $119,897. 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: $139,690; Chemical Process Engineer III: $119,955; Validation Process Engineer III: $114,480; Process Engineer III, Senior: $111,634; 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 January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineer III in Delaware is $111,568 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): $128,011
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,530 to $120,175
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,391

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Process Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,175	$10,015	$2,311	$58
Average	$111,568	$9,297	$2,146	$54
25th Percentile	$101,530	$8,461	$1,953	$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 III 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $107,074
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,823
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,021
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,210
Expert (over 8 years): $115,422

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Process Engineer III	$107,074
Intermediate Level Process Engineer III	$107,823
Senior Level Process Engineer III	$109,021
Specialist Level Process Engineer III	$112,210
Expert Level Process Engineer III	$115,422

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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: $121,979.
California: $121,516.
Massachusetts: $119,897.

District of Columbia $121,979 California $121,516 Massachusetts $119,897 Washington $119,456 New Jersey $119,412 Alaska $119,258 Connecticut $117,738 New York $117,121

Hawaii $115,149 Rhode Island $114,223 Maryland $113,595 Minnesota $112,736 Colorado $112,405 Illinois $112,295 Oregon $111,877 Delaware $111,568

New Hampshire $111,374 Virginia $110,940 Pennsylvania $109,673 Nevada $109,034 North Dakota $108,825 Michigan $108,494 Wisconsin $108,373 Vermont $108,131

Texas $107,459 Maine $107,415 Arizona $107,349 Ohio $107,272 Georgia $106,258 Indiana $105,751 Wyoming $105,652 Utah $105,498

Iowa $105,432 Kansas $104,903 Louisiana $104,749 North Carolina $104,694 Missouri $104,672 Florida $104,242 Montana $104,011 Nebraska $103,790

Kentucky $103,669 South Carolina $103,228 Tennessee $102,953 Idaho $102,843 New Mexico $102,039 Oklahoma $101,862 Alabama $101,212 South Dakota $100,122

Arkansas $99,527 West Virginia $99,207 Mississippi $98,249

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: $115,468
Little Creek: $114,399
Magnolia: $114,873

Lincoln, DE $115,468 Little Creek, DE $114,399 Magnolia, DE $114,873 Milford, DE $115,468 Marydel, DE $113,970 Millsboro, DE $115,468 Millville, DE $116,239 Milton, DE $115,468

Nassau, DE $115,468 Ocean View, DE $116,239 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,239 Seaford, DE $114,256 Selbyville, DE $116,239 Smyrna, DE $113,838 Viola, DE $114,873 Woodside, DE $114,543

Bear, DE $113,000 Newark, DE $113,044 Claymont, DE $113,133 Delaware City, DE $113,044 Hockessin, DE $113,133 Kirkwood, DE $113,044 Middletown, DE $113,606 Montchanin, DE $113,133

New Castle, DE $113,133 Odessa, DE $113,761 Port Penn, DE $112,736 Rockland, DE $113,133 Saint Georges, DE $113,044 Townsend, DE $113,595 Winterthur, DE $113,133 Lewes, DE $115,468

Wilmington, DE $113,133 Dover, DE $114,344 Dover Afb, DE $114,609 Bethany Beach, DE $116,239 Bethel, DE $114,256 Bridgeville, DE $115,468 Camden Wyoming, DE $114,466 Cheswold, DE $114,080

Clayton, DE $113,794 Dagsboro, DE $116,239 Delmar, DE $114,256 Ellendale, DE $115,468 Felton, DE $115,468 Fenwick Island, DE $116,239 Frankford, DE $116,239 Frederica, DE $115,468

Georgetown, DE $115,468 Greenwood, DE $115,468 Harbeson, DE $115,468 Harrington, DE $115,468 Hartly, DE $113,738 Houston, DE $115,468 Kenton, DE $113,794 Laurel, DE $114,256

Yorklyn, DE $113,133

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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$101,530

Average $111,568/year

$120,175

$8,461

Average $9,297/month

$10,015

$1,953

Average $2,146/week

$2,311

$49

Average $54/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,175	$10,015	$2,311	$58
Average	$111,568	$9,297	$2,146	$54
25th Percentile	$101,530	$8,461	$1,953	$49

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