What are the main factors that influence a Process Engineering Technician 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 Engineering Technician 's salary?

A Process Engineering Technician 's salary grows with experience: a Process Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $50,972, a Process Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $57,905, a Process Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $68,570, a Process Engineering Supervisor (5+ years)earns $130,108, a Process Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $157,992,

What are the highest paying states for a Process Engineering Technician I?

Process Engineering Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Process Engineering Technician I roles are District of Columbia $50,972, California $50,779, Massachusetts $50,102. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Process Engineering Technician roles make?

Salaries for Process Engineering Technician level roles vary by specialization: Technician, Senior - Process Engineering: $62,000; Process Engineering Technician III: $61,931; Technician, Experienced - Process Engineering: $52,300; Process Engineering Technician II: $52,299; Wafer Process Testing Technician I: $51,690.

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Process Engineering Technician I Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Process Engineering Technician I make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineering Technician I in District of Columbia is $50,972 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,459
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,441 to $55,938
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,227

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Process Engineering Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,938	$4,661	$1,076	$27
Average	$50,972	$4,248	$980	$25
25th Percentile	$47,441	$3,953	$912	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Process Engineering Technician I Salaries

A Process Engineering Technician 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.

How Experience Level Affects Process Engineering Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Process Engineering Technician I'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 Engineering Technician I (0-1 years): $50,972
Process Engineering Technician II (1-3 years): $57,905
Process Engineering Technician III (3-5 years): $68,570
Process Engineering Supervisor (5+ years): $130,108
Process Engineering Manager (5+ years): $157,992

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Process Engineering Technician I	0-1 years	$50,972
Process Engineering Technician II	1-3 years	$57,905
Process Engineering Technician III	3-5 years	$68,570
Process Engineering Supervisor	5+ years	$130,108
Process Engineering Manager	5+ years	$157,992

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

District of Columbia: $50,972.
California: $50,779.
Massachusetts: $50,102.

District of Columbia $50,972 California $50,779 Massachusetts $50,102 Washington $49,918 New Jersey $49,900 Alaska $49,835 Connecticut $49,200 New York $48,942

Hawaii $48,118 Rhode Island $47,731 Maryland $47,469 Minnesota $47,110 Colorado $46,972 Illinois $46,926 Oregon $46,751 Delaware $46,622

New Hampshire $46,541 Virginia $46,359 Pennsylvania $45,830 Nevada $45,563 North Dakota $45,475 Michigan $45,337 Wisconsin $45,287 Vermont $45,185

Texas $44,904 Maine $44,886 Arizona $44,858 Ohio $44,826 Georgia $44,403 Indiana $44,191 Wyoming $44,149 Utah $44,085

Iowa $44,057 Kansas $43,836 Louisiana $43,772 North Carolina $43,749 Missouri $43,740 Florida $43,560 Montana $43,464 Nebraska $43,371

Kentucky $43,321 South Carolina $43,137 Tennessee $43,022 Idaho $42,976 New Mexico $42,639 Oklahoma $42,566 Alabama $42,294 South Dakota $41,838

Arkansas $41,590 West Virginia $41,456 Mississippi $41,056

Top Paying Cities for Process Engineering Technician 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:

Parcel Return Service: $50,695
Washington: $50,696
Naval Anacost Annex: $50,694

Parcel Return Service, DC $50,695 Washington, DC $50,696 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $50,694 Washington Navy Yard, DC $50,695

Process Engineering Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Process Engineering Technician 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.

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$47,441

Average $50,972/year

$55,938

$3,953

Average $4,248/month

$4,661

$912

Average $980/week

$1,076

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,938	$4,661	$1,076	$27
Average	$50,972	$4,248	$980	$25
25th Percentile	$47,441	$3,953	$912	$23

Process Engineering Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Process Engineering Technician I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Process Engineering Technician II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $57,905 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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