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 $50,977, a Process Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $57,910, a Process Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $68,568, a Process Engineering Supervisor (5+ years)earns $130,115, a Process Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $157,981,

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 $50,977, California $50,783, Massachusetts $50,106. 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: $61,929; Technician, Experienced - Process Engineering: $52,400; Process Engineering Technician II: $52,303; Wafer Process Testing Technician I: $51,700.

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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 April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineering Technician I in District of Columbia is $50,977 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): $60,472
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,439 to $55,947
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,218

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Process Engineering Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,947	$4,662	$1,076	$27
Average	$50,977	$4,248	$980	$25
25th Percentile	$47,439	$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): $50,977
Process Engineering Technician II (1-3 years): $57,910
Process Engineering Technician III (3-5 years): $68,568
Process Engineering Supervisor (5+ years): $130,115
Process Engineering Manager (5+ years): $157,981

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Process Engineering Technician I	0-1 years	$50,977
Process Engineering Technician II	1-3 years	$57,910
Process Engineering Technician III	3-5 years	$68,568
Process Engineering Supervisor	5+ years	$130,115
Process Engineering Manager	5+ years	$157,981

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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: $50,977.
California: $50,783.
Massachusetts: $50,106.

District of Columbia $50,977 California $50,783 Massachusetts $50,106 Washington $49,922 New Jersey $49,904 Alaska $49,839 Connecticut $49,204 New York $48,946

Hawaii $48,122 Rhode Island $47,735 Maryland $47,473 Minnesota $47,114 Colorado $46,976 Illinois $46,930 Oregon $46,755 Delaware $46,626

New Hampshire $46,545 Virginia $46,363 Pennsylvania $45,834 Nevada $45,567 North Dakota $45,479 Michigan $45,341 Wisconsin $45,291 Vermont $45,189

Texas $44,908 Maine $44,890 Arizona $44,862 Ohio $44,830 Georgia $44,407 Indiana $44,195 Wyoming $44,153 Utah $44,089

Iowa $44,061 Kansas $43,840 Louisiana $43,776 North Carolina $43,753 Missouri $43,744 Florida $43,564 Montana $43,467 Nebraska $43,375

Kentucky $43,325 South Carolina $43,140 Tennessee $43,025 Idaho $42,979 New Mexico $42,643 Oklahoma $42,570 Alabama $42,298 South Dakota $41,842

Arkansas $41,593 West Virginia $41,460 Mississippi $41,059

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: $50,977
Washington: $50,977
Naval Anacost Annex: $50,977

Parcel Return Service, DC $50,977 Washington, DC $50,977 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $50,977 Washington Navy Yard, DC $50,977

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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$47,439

Average $50,977/year

$55,947

$3,953

Average $4,248/month

$4,662

$912

Average $980/week

$1,076

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,947	$4,662	$1,076	$27
Average	$50,977	$4,248	$980	$25
25th Percentile	$47,439	$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 $57,910 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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