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

A Production Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Production Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $101,295, a Production Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $127,436, a Production Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $146,455, a Production Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $114,860, a Production Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $145,890,

What are the highest paying states for a Production Engineering Manager?

Production Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Production Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $159,503, California $158,898, Massachusetts $156,780. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Production Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Production Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Production Process Engineering Manager, Sr.: $153,900; Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager: $144,100; Production Maintenance Engineering Manager II: $143,200; Production Process Engineering Manager: $139,000; Supervisor - Production Engineering: $113,500.

Production Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Production Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Engineering Manager in Delaware is $145,890 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,580
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,439 to $157,243
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,104

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Production Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,243	$13,104	$3,024	$76
Average	$145,890	$12,157	$2,806	$70
25th Percentile	$133,439	$11,120	$2,566	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Production Engineering Manager Salaries

A Production Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Production Engineering Manager'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 III (4-7 years): $101,295
Production Engineer IV (7+ years): $127,436
Production Engineer V (7-10 years): $146,455
Production Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $114,860
Production Engineering Manager (10+ years): $145,890

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Production Engineer III	4-7 years	$101,295
Production Engineer IV	7+ years	$127,436
Production Engineer V	7-10 years	$146,455
Production Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$114,860
Production Engineering Manager	10+ years	$145,890

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How Do Production Engineering Manager 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 Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $159,503.
California: $158,898.
Massachusetts: $156,780.

District of Columbia $159,503 California $158,898 Massachusetts $156,780 Washington $156,204 New Jersey $156,147 Alaska $155,945 Connecticut $153,957 New York $153,150

Hawaii $150,572 Rhode Island $149,361 Maryland $148,540 Minnesota $147,417 Colorado $146,984 Illinois $146,840 Oregon $146,293 Delaware $145,890

New Hampshire $145,636 Virginia $145,068 Pennsylvania $143,412 Nevada $142,576 North Dakota $142,302 Michigan $141,870 Wisconsin $141,712 Vermont $141,395

Texas $140,516 Maine $140,459 Arizona $140,372 Ohio $140,271 Georgia $138,946 Indiana $138,283 Wyoming $138,154 Utah $137,952

Iowa $137,865 Kansas $137,174 Louisiana $136,972 North Carolina $136,900 Missouri $136,871 Florida $136,310 Montana $136,007 Nebraska $135,719

Kentucky $135,560 South Carolina $134,984 Tennessee $134,624 Idaho $134,480 New Mexico $133,428 Oklahoma $133,198 Alabama $132,348 South Dakota $130,922

Arkansas $130,144 West Virginia $129,726 Mississippi $128,473

Top Paying Cities for Production Engineering Managers

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: $150,989
Little Creek: $149,592
Magnolia: $150,211

Lincoln, DE $150,989 Little Creek, DE $149,592 Magnolia, DE $150,211 Milford, DE $150,989 Marydel, DE $149,030 Millsboro, DE $150,989 Millville, DE $151,998 Milton, DE $150,989

Nassau, DE $150,989 Ocean View, DE $151,998 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,998 Seaford, DE $149,405 Selbyville, DE $151,998 Smyrna, DE $148,857 Viola, DE $150,211 Woodside, DE $149,779

Bear, DE $147,762 Newark, DE $147,820 Claymont, DE $147,935 Delaware City, DE $147,820 Hockessin, DE $147,935 Kirkwood, DE $147,820 Middletown, DE $148,555 Montchanin, DE $147,935

New Castle, DE $147,935 Odessa, DE $148,756 Port Penn, DE $147,417 Rockland, DE $147,935 Saint Georges, DE $147,820 Townsend, DE $148,540 Winterthur, DE $147,935 Lewes, DE $150,989

Wilmington, DE $147,935 Dover, DE $149,520 Dover Afb, DE $149,866 Bethany Beach, DE $151,998 Bethel, DE $149,405 Bridgeville, DE $150,989 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,678 Cheswold, DE $149,174

Clayton, DE $148,800 Dagsboro, DE $151,998 Delmar, DE $149,405 Ellendale, DE $150,989 Felton, DE $150,989 Fenwick Island, DE $151,998 Frankford, DE $151,998 Frederica, DE $150,989

Georgetown, DE $150,989 Greenwood, DE $150,989 Harbeson, DE $150,989 Harrington, DE $150,989 Hartly, DE $148,728 Houston, DE $150,989 Kenton, DE $148,800 Laurel, DE $149,405

Yorklyn, DE $147,935

Production Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Production Engineering Manager'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 February 01, 2026

$133,439

Average $145,890/year

$157,243

$11,120

Average $12,157/month

$13,104

$2,566

Average $2,806/week

$3,024

$64

Average $70/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,243	$13,104	$3,024	$76
Average	$145,890	$12,157	$2,806	$70
25th Percentile	$133,439	$11,120	$2,566	$64

Production Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Production Engineering Manager

Manufacturing System Engineering Director

Manufacturing Engineer Director

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Director

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Production Engineering Manager, 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 Engineering Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Manufacturing System Engineering Director	$180,928	24%
Manufacturing Engineer Director	$180,928	24%
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Director	$193,259	32%

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