What are the main factors that influence a Project Engineering Technician 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 Project Engineering Technician 's salary?

A Project Engineering Technician 's salary grows with experience: a Project Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $55,275, a Project Engineering Technician II (1-3 years)earns $65,525, a Project Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $71,600, a Project Engineering Supervisor (5+ years)earns $91,478, a Project Engineering Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $129,606,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Engineering Technician I?

Project Engineering Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Engineering Technician I roles are District of Columbia $55,275, California $55,065, Massachusetts $54,331. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Engineering Technician roles make?

Salaries for Project Engineering Technician level roles vary by specialization: Technician I, Engineering: $78,845; Senior Project Engineering Technician: $64,670; Project Engineering Technician III: $64,668; Intermediate Project Engineering Technician: $59,190; Project Engineering Technician II: $59,181.

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Project Engineering Technician I Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Project Engineering Technician I make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Engineering Technician I in District of Columbia is $55,275 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Project Engineering Technician I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,694
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,386 to $64,393
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,666

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Project Engineering Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,393	$5,366	$1,238	$31
Average	$55,275	$4,606	$1,063	$27
25th Percentile	$53,386	$4,449	$1,027	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Project Engineering Technician I Salaries

A Project Engineering Technician 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 Project Engineering Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Engineering Technician 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:

Project Engineering Technician I (0-1 years): $55,275
Project Engineering Technician II (1-3 years): $65,525
Project Engineering Technician III (3-5 years): $71,600
Project Engineering Supervisor (5+ years): $91,478
Project Engineering Senior Supervisor (5+ years): $129,606

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Engineering Technician I	0-1 years	$55,275
Project Engineering Technician II	1-3 years	$65,525
Project Engineering Technician III	3-5 years	$71,600
Project Engineering Supervisor	5+ years	$91,478
Project Engineering Senior Supervisor	5+ years	$129,606

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How Do Project Engineering Technician 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 Project Engineering Technician Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,275.
California: $55,065.
Massachusetts: $54,331.

District of Columbia $55,275 California $55,065 Massachusetts $54,331 Washington $54,132 New Jersey $54,112 Alaska $54,042 Connecticut $53,353 New York $53,073

Hawaii $52,180 Rhode Island $51,760 Maryland $51,476 Minnesota $51,086 Colorado $50,936 Illinois $50,887 Oregon $50,697 Delaware $50,557

New Hampshire $50,469 Virginia $50,272 Pennsylvania $49,698 Nevada $49,409 North Dakota $49,314 Michigan $49,164 Wisconsin $49,109 Vermont $48,999

Texas $48,695 Maine $48,675 Arizona $48,645 Ohio $48,610 Georgia $48,151 Indiana $47,921 Wyoming $47,876 Utah $47,806

Iowa $47,776 Kansas $47,537 Louisiana $47,467 North Carolina $47,442 Missouri $47,432 Florida $47,237 Montana $47,132 Nebraska $47,032

Kentucky $46,978 South Carolina $46,778 Tennessee $46,653 Idaho $46,603 New Mexico $46,239 Oklahoma $46,159 Alabama $45,864 South Dakota $45,370

Arkansas $45,100 West Virginia $44,956 Mississippi $44,521

Top Paying Cities for Project Engineering Technician 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:

Parcel Return Service: $54,975
Washington: $54,975
Naval Anacost Annex: $54,973

Parcel Return Service, DC $54,975 Washington, DC $54,975 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $54,973 Washington Navy Yard, DC $54,975

Project Engineering Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Engineering Technician 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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$53,386

Average $55,275/year

$64,393

$4,449

Average $4,606/month

$5,366

$1,027

Average $1,063/week

$1,238

$26

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,393	$5,366	$1,238	$31
Average	$55,275	$4,606	$1,063	$27
25th Percentile	$53,386	$4,449	$1,027	$26

Project Engineering Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Project Engineering Technician I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Project Engineering Technician II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $65,525 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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