What are the main factors that influence a Production Engineer 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 Production Engineer 's salary?

A Production Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Production Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $80,064, a Production Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $90,771, a Production Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $101,290, a Production Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $127,443, a Production Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $146,447,

What are the highest paying states for a Production Engineer I?

Production Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Production Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $87,535, California $87,203, Massachusetts $86,041. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Production Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Production Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Reservoir Engineer I: $140,299; RF Engineer I: $89,510; MES Engineer I: $87,440; Biopharma Process Engineer I: $83,265; Medical Device Engineer I: $80,074.

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Production Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Production Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Engineer I in Delaware is $80,064 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,721
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,505 to $86,166
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,533

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Production Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,166	$7,180	$1,657	$41
Average	$80,064	$6,672	$1,540	$38
25th Percentile	$73,505	$6,125	$1,414	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Production Engineer I Salaries

A Production 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 Production Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Production 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:

Production Engineer I (0-2 years): $80,064
Production Engineer II (2-4 years): $90,771
Production Engineer III (4-7 years): $101,290
Production Engineer IV (7+ years): $127,443
Production Engineer V (7-10 years): $146,447

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Production Engineer I	0-2 years	$80,064
Production Engineer II	2-4 years	$90,771
Production Engineer III	4-7 years	$101,290
Production Engineer IV	7+ years	$127,443
Production Engineer V	7-10 years	$146,447

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

District of Columbia: $87,535.
California: $87,203.
Massachusetts: $86,041.

District of Columbia $87,535 California $87,203 Massachusetts $86,041 Washington $85,725 New Jersey $85,693 Alaska $85,582 Connecticut $84,491 New York $84,049

Hawaii $82,634 Rhode Island $81,969 Maryland $81,519 Minnesota $80,902 Colorado $80,665 Illinois $80,586 Oregon $80,285 Delaware $80,064

New Hampshire $79,925 Virginia $79,613 Pennsylvania $78,704 Nevada $78,246 North Dakota $78,095 Michigan $77,858 Wisconsin $77,771 Vermont $77,597

Texas $77,115 Maine $77,084 Arizona $77,036 Ohio $76,981 Georgia $76,253 Indiana $75,890 Wyoming $75,819 Utah $75,708

Iowa $75,660 Kansas $75,281 Louisiana $75,170 North Carolina $75,131 Missouri $75,115 Florida $74,807 Montana $74,641 Nebraska $74,482

Kentucky $74,395 South Carolina $74,079 Tennessee $73,882 Idaho $73,803 New Mexico $73,225 Oklahoma $73,099 Alabama $72,632 South Dakota $71,850

Arkansas $71,423 West Virginia $71,194 Mississippi $70,506

Top Paying Cities for Production 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: $82,863
Little Creek: $82,096
Magnolia: $82,436

Lincoln, DE $82,863 Little Creek, DE $82,096 Magnolia, DE $82,436 Milford, DE $82,863 Marydel, DE $81,788 Millsboro, DE $82,863 Millville, DE $83,416 Milton, DE $82,863

Nassau, DE $82,863 Ocean View, DE $83,416 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,416 Seaford, DE $81,993 Selbyville, DE $83,416 Smyrna, DE $81,693 Viola, DE $82,436 Woodside, DE $82,199

Bear, DE $81,092 Newark, DE $81,123 Claymont, DE $81,187 Delaware City, DE $81,123 Hockessin, DE $81,187 Kirkwood, DE $81,123 Middletown, DE $81,527 Montchanin, DE $81,187

New Castle, DE $81,187 Odessa, DE $81,637 Port Penn, DE $80,902 Rockland, DE $81,187 Saint Georges, DE $81,123 Townsend, DE $81,519 Winterthur, DE $81,187 Lewes, DE $82,863

Wilmington, DE $81,187 Dover, DE $82,056 Dover Afb, DE $82,246 Bethany Beach, DE $83,416 Bethel, DE $81,993 Bridgeville, DE $82,863 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,143 Cheswold, DE $81,867

Clayton, DE $81,661 Dagsboro, DE $83,416 Delmar, DE $81,993 Ellendale, DE $82,863 Felton, DE $82,863 Fenwick Island, DE $83,416 Frankford, DE $83,416 Frederica, DE $82,863

Georgetown, DE $82,863 Greenwood, DE $82,863 Harbeson, DE $82,863 Harrington, DE $82,863 Hartly, DE $81,622 Houston, DE $82,863 Kenton, DE $81,661 Laurel, DE $81,993

Yorklyn, DE $81,187

Production Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Production 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.

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$73,505

Average $80,064/year

$86,166

$6,125

Average $6,672/month

$7,180

$1,414

Average $1,540/week

$1,657

$35

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,166	$7,180	$1,657	$41
Average	$80,064	$6,672	$1,540	$38
25th Percentile	$73,505	$6,125	$1,414	$35

Production Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Production Engineer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Production Engineer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Biopharma Manufacturing Engineer II	$98,301	23%
Manufacturing System Engineer II	$95,794	20%
Manufacturing Engineer II	$90,771	13%
Production Engineer II	$90,771	13%

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