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 $101,285, a Production Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $127,451, a Production Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $146,438, a Production Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $114,849, a Production Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $145,864,

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 $159,476, California $158,871, Massachusetts $156,753. 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.: $153,800; Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager: $144,100; Production Maintenance Engineering Manager II: $143,300; 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 June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Engineering Manager in Delaware is $145,864 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): $167,330
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,476 to $157,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,197

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Production Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,100	$13,092	$3,021	$76
Average	$145,864	$12,155	$2,805	$70
25th Percentile	$133,476	$11,123	$2,567	$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): $101,285
Production Engineer IV (7+ years): $127,451
Production Engineer V (7-10 years): $146,438
Production Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $114,849
Production Engineering Manager (10+ years): $145,864

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Production Engineer III	4-7 years	$101,285
Production Engineer IV	7+ years	$127,451
Production Engineer V	7-10 years	$146,438
Production Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$114,849
Production Engineering Manager	10+ years	$145,864

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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: $159,476.
California: $158,871.
Massachusetts: $156,753.

District of Columbia $159,476 California $158,871 Massachusetts $156,753 Washington $156,177 New Jersey $156,120 Alaska $155,918 Connecticut $153,930 New York $153,124

Hawaii $150,545 Rhode Island $149,335 Maryland $148,514 Minnesota $147,391 Colorado $146,959 Illinois $146,815 Oregon $146,268 Delaware $145,864

New Hampshire $145,611 Virginia $145,043 Pennsylvania $143,387 Nevada $142,551 North Dakota $142,278 Michigan $141,846 Wisconsin $141,687 Vermont $141,370

Texas $140,492 Maine $140,434 Arizona $140,348 Ohio $140,247 Georgia $138,922 Indiana $138,259 Wyoming $138,130 Utah $137,928

Iowa $137,841 Kansas $137,150 Louisiana $136,948 North Carolina $136,876 Missouri $136,848 Florida $136,286 Montana $135,983 Nebraska $135,695

Kentucky $135,537 South Carolina $134,961 Tennessee $134,601 Idaho $134,457 New Mexico $133,405 Oklahoma $133,175 Alabama $132,325 South Dakota $130,899

Arkansas $130,121 West Virginia $129,704 Mississippi $128,450

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: $145,207
Little Creek: $146,270
Magnolia: $146,060

Lincoln, DE $145,207 Little Creek, DE $146,270 Magnolia, DE $146,060 Milford, DE $145,576 Marydel, DE $145,815 Millsboro, DE $144,598 Millville, DE $144,821 Milton, DE $145,072

Nassau, DE $145,177 Ocean View, DE $144,797 Rehoboth Beach, DE $145,075 Seaford, DE $145,157 Selbyville, DE $144,556 Smyrna, DE $146,371 Viola, DE $145,697 Woodside, DE $146,089

Bear, DE $145,752 Newark, DE $145,697 Claymont, DE $145,995 Delaware City, DE $145,843 Hockessin, DE $145,684 Kirkwood, DE $145,815 Middletown, DE $145,871 Montchanin, DE $145,717

New Castle, DE $145,739 Odessa, DE $145,943 Port Penn, DE $146,041 Rockland, DE $145,732 Saint Georges, DE $145,825 Townsend, DE $146,050 Winterthur, DE $145,749 Lewes, DE $145,128

Wilmington, DE $145,691 Dover, DE $146,270 Dover Afb, DE $145,500 Bethany Beach, DE $144,644 Bethel, DE $144,794 Bridgeville, DE $145,135 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,858 Cheswold, DE $146,223

Clayton, DE $146,227 Dagsboro, DE $144,543 Delmar, DE $144,312 Ellendale, DE $144,749 Felton, DE $145,565 Fenwick Island, DE $144,575 Frankford, DE $144,323 Frederica, DE $145,709

Georgetown, DE $144,489 Greenwood, DE $145,158 Harbeson, DE $144,643 Harrington, DE $145,380 Hartly, DE $145,833 Houston, DE $145,173 Kenton, DE $146,234 Laurel, DE $144,402

Yorklyn, DE $145,727

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 June 01, 2026

$133,476

Average $145,864/year

$157,100

$11,123

Average $12,155/month

$13,092

$2,567

Average $2,805/week

$3,021

$64

Average $70/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,100	$13,092	$3,021	$76
Average	$145,864	$12,155	$2,805	$70
25th Percentile	$133,476	$11,123	$2,567	$64

Production Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Production Engineering Manager

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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	$180,904	24%
Manufacturing Engineer Director	$180,904	24%
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Director	$193,229	32%

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