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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Product Design Engineer V roles, with salaries approximately 25% 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 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, a Product Design Manager (10+ years)earns $148,453, a Product Design Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $185,772,

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

Product Design Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Product Design Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $177,329, California $176,656, Massachusetts $174,302. 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: Radio Frequency Design Engineer V: $177,625; Electronics Design Engineer V: $169,300; Electrical Design Engineer V: $166,810; Product Reliability Engineer V: $161,690; Manufacturing Product Engineer V: $160,400.

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Product Design Engineer V Salary in Delaware

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Product Design Engineer V in Delaware is $162,194 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $183,155
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $153,814 to $173,166
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $146,184

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Product Design Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,166	$14,430	$3,330	$83
Average	$162,194	$13,516	$3,119	$78
25th Percentile	$153,814	$12,818	$2,958	$74

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Key Factors That Influence Product Design Engineer V Salaries

A Product Design Engineer V'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 V'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 III (4-7 years): $113,385
Product Design Engineer IV (7+ years): $138,447
Product Design Engineer V (7-10 years): $162,194
Product Design Manager (10+ years): $148,453
Product Design Senior Manager (10+ years): $185,772

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Product Design Manager	10+ years	$148,453
Product Design Senior Manager	10+ years	$185,772

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

District of Columbia: $177,329.
California: $176,656.
Massachusetts: $174,302.

District of Columbia $177,329 California $176,656 Massachusetts $174,302 Washington $173,661 New Jersey $173,597 Alaska $173,373 Connecticut $171,163 New York $170,266

Hawaii $167,399 Rhode Island $166,054 Maryland $165,141 Minnesota $163,892 Colorado $163,411 Illinois $163,251 Oregon $162,642 Delaware $162,194

New Hampshire $161,912 Virginia $161,281 Pennsylvania $159,439 Nevada $158,510 North Dakota $158,206 Michigan $157,726 Wisconsin $157,549 Vermont $157,197

Texas $156,220 Maine $156,156 Arizona $156,060 Ohio $155,948 Georgia $154,474 Indiana $153,738 Wyoming $153,593 Utah $153,369

Iowa $153,273 Kansas $152,504 Louisiana $152,280 North Carolina $152,200 Missouri $152,168 Florida $151,543 Montana $151,207 Nebraska $150,887

Kentucky $150,711 South Carolina $150,070 Tennessee $149,670 Idaho $149,509 New Mexico $148,340 Oklahoma $148,084 Alabama $147,139 South Dakota $145,553

Arkansas $144,689 West Virginia $144,224 Mississippi $142,831

Top Paying Cities for Product Design Engineer Vs

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: $161,464
Little Creek: $162,646
Magnolia: $162,412

Lincoln, DE $161,464 Little Creek, DE $162,646 Magnolia, DE $162,412 Milford, DE $161,874 Marydel, DE $162,140 Millsboro, DE $160,786 Millville, DE $161,034 Milton, DE $161,313

Nassau, DE $161,430 Ocean View, DE $161,007 Rehoboth Beach, DE $161,316 Seaford, DE $161,408 Selbyville, DE $160,740 Smyrna, DE $162,758 Viola, DE $162,008 Woodside, DE $162,444

Bear, DE $162,069 Newark, DE $162,008 Claymont, DE $162,340 Delaware City, DE $162,170 Hockessin, DE $161,994 Kirkwood, DE $162,140 Middletown, DE $162,202 Montchanin, DE $162,031

New Castle, DE $162,055 Odessa, DE $162,282 Port Penn, DE $162,391 Rockland, DE $162,047 Saint Georges, DE $162,151 Townsend, DE $162,401 Winterthur, DE $162,066 Lewes, DE $161,376

Wilmington, DE $162,002 Dover, DE $162,646 Dover Afb, DE $161,789 Bethany Beach, DE $160,837 Bethel, DE $161,004 Bridgeville, DE $161,384 Camden Wyoming, DE $162,188 Cheswold, DE $162,593

Clayton, DE $162,598 Dagsboro, DE $160,725 Delmar, DE $160,468 Ellendale, DE $160,954 Felton, DE $161,861 Fenwick Island, DE $160,761 Frankford, DE $160,480 Frederica, DE $162,021

Georgetown, DE $160,665 Greenwood, DE $161,409 Harbeson, DE $160,836 Harrington, DE $161,656 Hartly, DE $162,159 Houston, DE $161,425 Kenton, DE $162,606 Laurel, DE $160,568

Yorklyn, DE $162,042

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

Product Design Engineer V salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $181,413. While startup companies pay approximate $153,421.

Product Design Engineer V Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$153,421
Growth Stage	51~500	$162,267
Established	501~5000	$175,189
Enterprise	5000+	$181,413

Product Design Engineer V Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Product Design Engineer V roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 47% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Product Design Engineer positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Product Design Engineer V as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Product Design Engineer V

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$202,743	$97.0	25%
Financial Services	$186,523	$90.0	15%
Software & Networking	$186,523	$90.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$178,413	$86.0	10%
Telecom	$173,548	$83.0	7%

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

Understanding how a Product Design Engineer V'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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$153,814

Average $162,194/year

$173,166

$12,818

Average $13,516/month

$14,430

$2,958

Average $3,119/week

$3,330

$74

Average $78/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,166	$14,430	$3,330	$83
Average	$162,194	$13,516	$3,119	$78
25th Percentile	$153,814	$12,818	$2,958	$74

Product Design Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Product Design Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Product Design Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $148,453 - a projected growth of -8% over your current level.

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