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

What industry pays the highest salary for Process Engineering Technician I?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Process Engineering Technician I roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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 $50,970, a Process Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $57,903, a Process Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $68,570, a Process Engineering Supervisor (5+ years)earns $130,105, a Process Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $157,996,

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 $50,970, California $50,777, Massachusetts $50,100. 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: $52,297; Wafer Process Testing Technician I: $51,680.

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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 July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineering Technician I in District of Columbia is $50,970 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): $60,463
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,431 to $55,939
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,210

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Process Engineering Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,939	$4,662	$1,076	$27
Average	$50,970	$4,247	$980	$25
25th Percentile	$47,431	$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): $50,970
Process Engineering Technician II (1-3 years): $57,903
Process Engineering Technician III (3-5 years): $68,570
Process Engineering Supervisor (5+ years): $130,105
Process Engineering Manager (5+ years): $157,996

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Process Engineering Technician I	0-1 years	$50,970
Process Engineering Technician II	1-3 years	$57,903
Process Engineering Technician III	3-5 years	$68,570
Process Engineering Supervisor	5+ years	$130,105
Process Engineering Manager	5+ years	$157,996

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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: $50,970.
California: $50,777.
Massachusetts: $50,100.

District of Columbia $50,970 California $50,777 Massachusetts $50,100 Washington $49,916 New Jersey $49,897 Alaska $49,833 Connecticut $49,198 New York $48,940

Hawaii $48,116 Rhode Island $47,729 Maryland $47,467 Minnesota $47,108 Colorado $46,970 Illinois $46,923 Oregon $46,749 Delaware $46,620

New Hampshire $46,539 Virginia $46,357 Pennsylvania $45,828 Nevada $45,561 North Dakota $45,473 Michigan $45,335 Wisconsin $45,285 Vermont $45,183

Texas $44,903 Maine $44,884 Arizona $44,857 Ohio $44,824 Georgia $44,401 Indiana $44,189 Wyoming $44,148 Utah $44,083

Iowa $44,055 Kansas $43,835 Louisiana $43,770 North Carolina $43,747 Missouri $43,738 Florida $43,558 Montana $43,462 Nebraska $43,370

Kentucky $43,319 South Carolina $43,135 Tennessee $43,020 Idaho $42,974 New Mexico $42,638 Oklahoma $42,564 Alabama $42,292 South Dakota $41,837

Arkansas $41,588 West Virginia $41,455 Mississippi $41,054

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: $50,693
Washington: $50,694
Naval Anacost Annex: $50,691

Parcel Return Service, DC $50,693 Washington, DC $50,694 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $50,691 Washington Navy Yard, DC $50,693

Process Engineering Technician I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Process Engineering Technician I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $57,145. While startup companies pay approximate $48,376.

Process Engineering Technician I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$48,376
Growth Stage	51~500	$51,149
Established	501~5000	$55,198
Enterprise	5000+	$57,145

Process Engineering Technician I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Process Engineering Technician I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Process Engineering Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Process Engineering Technician I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Process Engineering Technician I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$61,164	$29.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$61,164	$29.0	20%

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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$47,431

Average $50,970/year

$55,939

$3,953

Average $4,247/month

$4,662

$912

Average $980/week

$1,076

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,939	$4,662	$1,076	$27
Average	$50,970	$4,247	$980	$25
25th Percentile	$47,431	$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 $57,903 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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