What are the main factors that influence an Associate Director, Engineering's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Associate Director, Engineering's salary?

An Associate Director, Engineering's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $153,844, an Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $177,157, an Associate Director, Engineering (5+ years)earns $197,930, a VP of Engineering (5+ years)earns $231,829, an SVP of Engineering (5+ years)earns $291,035,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Director, Engineering?

Associate Director, Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Director, Engineering roles are District of Columbia $217,457, California $216,633, Massachusetts $213,745. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Director, Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Associate Director, Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Associate Director of Engineering: $213,249; Embedded Software Engineering Director: $212,242; Engineering Program Management Director: $210,124; Medical Device Engineering Director: $206,065; Chemical Engineering Director: $201,445.

Associate Director, Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Director, Engineering make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Director, Engineering in Delaware is $198,897 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $96.

However, an Associate Director, Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $224,039
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $185,723 to $212,057
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,729

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Associate Director, Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$212,057	$17,671	$4,078	$102
Average	$198,897	$16,575	$3,825	$96
25th Percentile	$185,723	$15,477	$3,572	$89

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Director, Engineering Salaries

An Associate Director, Engineering'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 Associate Director, Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Director, Engineering'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $153,844
Early Career (1-2 years): $177,157
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $197,930
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $231,829
Expert (over 8 years): $291,035

Levels	Salary
Engineeri... Level Associate Director, Engineering	$153,844
Engineeri... Level Associate Director, Engineering	$177,157
Associate... Level Associate Director, Engineering	$197,930
VP of Eng... Level Associate Director, Engineering	$231,829
SVP of En... Level Associate Director, Engineering	$291,035

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How Do Associate Director, Engineering 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 Associate Director, Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $217,457.
California: $216,633.
Massachusetts: $213,745.

District of Columbia $217,457 California $216,633 Massachusetts $213,745 Washington $212,960 New Jersey $212,881 Alaska $212,606 Connecticut $209,896 New York $208,796

Hawaii $205,280 Rhode Island $203,631 Maryland $202,511 Minnesota $200,979 Colorado $200,390 Illinois $200,194 Oregon $199,447 Delaware $198,897

New Hampshire $198,552 Virginia $197,778 Pennsylvania $195,519 Nevada $194,380 North Dakota $194,007 Michigan $193,418 Wisconsin $193,202 Vermont $192,770

Texas $191,571 Maine $191,493 Arizona $191,375 Ohio $191,238 Georgia $189,431 Indiana $188,527 Wyoming $188,350 Utah $188,076

Iowa $187,958 Kansas $187,015 Louisiana $186,740 North Carolina $186,642 Missouri $186,602 Florida $185,837 Montana $185,424 Nebraska $185,031

Kentucky $184,815 South Carolina $184,030 Tennessee $183,539 Idaho $183,342 New Mexico $181,908 Oklahoma $181,594 Alabama $180,435 South Dakota $178,491

Arkansas $177,430 West Virginia $176,861 Mississippi $175,152

Top Paying Cities for Associate Director, Engineerings

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: $198,002
Little Creek: $199,451
Magnolia: $199,164

Lincoln, DE $198,002 Little Creek, DE $199,451 Magnolia, DE $199,164 Milford, DE $198,505 Marydel, DE $198,831 Millsboro, DE $197,171 Millville, DE $197,475 Milton, DE $197,817

Nassau, DE $197,960 Ocean View, DE $197,442 Rehoboth Beach, DE $197,821 Seaford, DE $197,933 Selbyville, DE $197,114 Smyrna, DE $199,589 Viola, DE $198,669 Woodside, DE $199,204

Bear, DE $198,744 Newark, DE $198,669 Claymont, DE $199,076 Delaware City, DE $198,868 Hockessin, DE $198,652 Kirkwood, DE $198,831 Middletown, DE $198,907 Montchanin, DE $198,697

New Castle, DE $198,726 Odessa, DE $199,005 Port Penn, DE $199,139 Rockland, DE $198,717 Saint Georges, DE $198,844 Townsend, DE $199,151 Winterthur, DE $198,740 Lewes, DE $197,894

Wilmington, DE $198,662 Dover, DE $199,451 Dover Afb, DE $198,400 Bethany Beach, DE $197,234 Bethel, DE $197,438 Bridgeville, DE $197,904 Camden Wyoming, DE $198,889 Cheswold, DE $199,386

Clayton, DE $199,392 Dagsboro, DE $197,096 Delmar, DE $196,780 Ellendale, DE $197,377 Felton, DE $198,489 Fenwick Island, DE $197,140 Frankford, DE $196,796 Frederica, DE $198,685

Georgetown, DE $197,022 Greenwood, DE $197,935 Harbeson, DE $197,232 Harrington, DE $198,237 Hartly, DE $198,854 Houston, DE $197,955 Kenton, DE $199,402 Laurel, DE $196,904

Yorklyn, DE $198,711

Associate Director, Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Director, Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Associate Director, Engineering positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Director, Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Director, Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$238,677	$115.0	20%
Biotechnology	$238,677	$115.0	20%
Chemicals	$238,677	$115.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$238,677	$115.0	20%
Financial Services	$238,677	$115.0	20%

Associate Director, Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Director, Engineering'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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$185,723

Average $198,897/year

$212,057

$15,477

Average $16,575/month

$17,671

$3,572

Average $3,825/week

$4,078

$89

Average $96/hour

$102

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$212,057	$17,671	$4,078	$102
Average	$198,897	$16,575	$3,825	$96
25th Percentile	$185,723	$15,477	$3,572	$89

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