What are the main factors that influence a Product Design Engineer 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 Product Design Engineer I?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Product Design Engineer I roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Product Design Engineer 's salary?

A Product Design Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Product Design Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,963, a Product Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $90,708, a Product Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $113,385, a Product Design Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $138,447, a Product Design Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $162,194,

What are the highest paying states for a Product Design Engineer I?

Product Design Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Product Design Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $87,425, California $87,093, Massachusetts $85,932. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Product Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Product Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Engineer Manager, Product and Design: $166,532; Product Design Engineer V: $160,160; Product Design Engineer IV: $136,711; Product Design Engineer III: $111,963; Radio Frequency Design Engineer I: $89,600.

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Product Design Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Product Design Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Product Design Engineer I in Delaware is $79,963 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Product Design Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,453
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,143 to $84,930
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,665

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Product Design Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,930	$7,078	$1,633	$41
Average	$79,963	$6,664	$1,538	$38
25th Percentile	$76,143	$6,345	$1,464	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Product Design Engineer I Salaries

A Product Design Engineer 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 Product Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Product Design Engineer 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:

Product Design Engineer I (0-2 years): $79,963
Product Design Engineer II (2-4 years): $90,708
Product Design Engineer III (4-7 years): $113,385
Product Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $138,447
Product Design Engineer V (7-10 years): $162,194

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Product Design Engineer I	0-2 years	$79,963
Product Design Engineer II	2-4 years	$90,708
Product Design Engineer III	4-7 years	$113,385
Product Design Engineer IV	7+ years	$138,447
Product Design Engineer V	7-10 years	$162,194

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How Do Product Design Engineer 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 Product Design Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,425.
California: $87,093.
Massachusetts: $85,932.

District of Columbia $87,425 California $87,093 Massachusetts $85,932 Washington $85,616 New Jersey $85,585 Alaska $85,474 Connecticut $84,385 New York $83,942

Hawaii $82,529 Rhode Island $81,866 Maryland $81,416 Minnesota $80,800 Colorado $80,563 Illinois $80,484 Oregon $80,184 Delaware $79,963

New Hampshire $79,824 Virginia $79,513 Pennsylvania $78,605 Nevada $78,147 North Dakota $77,997 Michigan $77,760 Wisconsin $77,673 Vermont $77,499

Texas $77,018 Maine $76,986 Arizona $76,939 Ohio $76,883 Georgia $76,157 Indiana $75,794 Wyoming $75,723 Utah $75,612

Iowa $75,565 Kansas $75,186 Louisiana $75,075 North Carolina $75,036 Missouri $75,020 Florida $74,712 Montana $74,546 Nebraska $74,388

Kentucky $74,301 South Carolina $73,986 Tennessee $73,788 Idaho $73,709 New Mexico $73,133 Oklahoma $73,006 Alabama $72,541 South Dakota $71,759

Arkansas $71,332 West Virginia $71,103 Mississippi $70,417

Top Paying Cities for Product Design Engineer 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:

Lincoln: $79,603
Little Creek: $80,185
Magnolia: $80,070

Lincoln, DE $79,603 Little Creek, DE $80,185 Magnolia, DE $80,070 Milford, DE $79,805 Marydel, DE $79,936 Millsboro, DE $79,269 Millville, DE $79,391 Milton, DE $79,529

Nassau, DE $79,586 Ocean View, DE $79,378 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,530 Seaford, DE $79,575 Selbyville, DE $79,246 Smyrna, DE $80,241 Viola, DE $79,871 Woodside, DE $80,086

Bear, DE $79,901 Newark, DE $79,871 Claymont, DE $80,035 Delaware City, DE $79,951 Hockessin, DE $79,864 Kirkwood, DE $79,936 Middletown, DE $79,967 Montchanin, DE $79,882

New Castle, DE $79,894 Odessa, DE $80,006 Port Penn, DE $80,060 Rockland, DE $79,890 Saint Georges, DE $79,941 Townsend, DE $80,065 Winterthur, DE $79,900 Lewes, DE $79,559

Wilmington, DE $79,868 Dover, DE $80,185 Dover Afb, DE $79,763 Bethany Beach, DE $79,294 Bethel, DE $79,376 Bridgeville, DE $79,563 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,960 Cheswold, DE $80,159

Clayton, DE $80,162 Dagsboro, DE $79,239 Delmar, DE $79,112 Ellendale, DE $79,352 Felton, DE $79,799 Fenwick Island, DE $79,256 Frankford, DE $79,118 Frederica, DE $79,878

Georgetown, DE $79,209 Greenwood, DE $79,576 Harbeson, DE $79,293 Harrington, DE $79,697 Hartly, DE $79,945 Houston, DE $79,584 Kenton, DE $80,166 Laurel, DE $79,161

Yorklyn, DE $79,888

Product Design Engineer I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Product Design Engineer I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $89,438. While startup companies pay approximate $75,638.

Product Design Engineer I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$75,638
Growth Stage	51~500	$79,999
Established	501~5000	$86,369
Enterprise	5000+	$89,438

Product Design Engineer I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Product Design Engineer I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Product Design Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Product Design Engineer I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Product Design Engineer I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$91,957	$44.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$89,558	$43.0	12%
Biotechnology	$87,959	$42.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$86,360	$42.0	8%
Aerospace & Defense	$83,961	$40.0	5%

Product Design Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Product Design Engineer 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$76,143

Average $79,963/year

$84,930

$6,345

Average $6,664/month

$7,078

$1,464

Average $1,538/week

$1,633

$37

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,930	$7,078	$1,633	$41
Average	$79,963	$6,664	$1,538	$38
25th Percentile	$76,143	$6,345	$1,464	$37

Product Design Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Product Design Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Product Design Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $90,708 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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