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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Design Engineering Manager?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Design Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Design Engineering Manager's salary?

A Design Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a CAE Design Supervisor I (12+ years)earns $96,950, a CAE Design Supervisor II (12+ years)earns $124,082, a Design Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $137,843, a CAE Design Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $184,828, a CAE Design Director (12+ years)earns $228,137,

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

Design Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Design Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $151,682, California $151,107, Massachusetts $149,093. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Design Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Robotics Design Engineering Manager: $196,880; ASIC Design Engineering Manager: $176,400; Digital Design Engineering Manager: $176,319; Electrical Design Engineering Manager: $174,800; Hardware Design Engineering Manager: $163,500.

Design Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Design Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Design Engineering Manager in Delaware is $138,736 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $161,947
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,126 to $150,885
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,645

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Design Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,885	$12,574	$2,902	$73
Average	$138,736	$11,561	$2,668	$67
25th Percentile	$126,126	$10,510	$2,425	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Design Engineering Manager Salaries

A Design 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 Design Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Design 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $96,950
Early Career (1-2 years): $124,082
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,843
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $184,828
Expert (over 8 years): $228,137

Levels	Salary
CAE Desig... Level Design Engineering Manager	$96,950
CAE Desig... Level Design Engineering Manager	$124,082
Design En... Level Design Engineering Manager	$137,843
CAE Desig... Level Design Engineering Manager	$184,828
CAE Desig... Level Design Engineering Manager	$228,137

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

District of Columbia: $151,682.
California: $151,107.
Massachusetts: $149,093.

District of Columbia $151,682 California $151,107 Massachusetts $149,093 Washington $148,545 New Jersey $148,490 Alaska $148,298 Connecticut $146,408 New York $145,640

Hawaii $143,188 Rhode Island $142,037 Maryland $141,257 Minnesota $140,188 Colorado $139,777 Illinois $139,640 Oregon $139,119 Delaware $138,736

New Hampshire $138,495 Virginia $137,955 Pennsylvania $136,380 Nevada $135,585 North Dakota $135,325 Michigan $134,914 Wisconsin $134,763 Vermont $134,462

Texas $133,626 Maine $133,571 Arizona $133,489 Ohio $133,393 Georgia $132,133 Indiana $131,502 Wyoming $131,379 Utah $131,187

Iowa $131,105 Kansas $130,448 Louisiana $130,256 North Carolina $130,187 Missouri $130,160 Florida $129,626 Montana $129,338 Nebraska $129,064

Kentucky $128,913 South Carolina $128,365 Tennessee $128,023 Idaho $127,886 New Mexico $126,886 Oklahoma $126,667 Alabama $125,858 South Dakota $124,502

Arkansas $123,762 West Virginia $123,365 Mississippi $122,173

Top Paying Cities for Design 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: $138,111
Little Creek: $139,122
Magnolia: $138,922

Lincoln, DE $138,111 Little Creek, DE $139,122 Magnolia, DE $138,922 Milford, DE $138,462 Marydel, DE $138,689 Millsboro, DE $137,532 Millville, DE $137,744 Milton, DE $137,982

Nassau, DE $138,082 Ocean View, DE $137,721 Rehoboth Beach, DE $137,985 Seaford, DE $138,063 Selbyville, DE $137,492 Smyrna, DE $139,218 Viola, DE $138,577 Woodside, DE $138,950

Bear, DE $138,629 Newark, DE $138,577 Claymont, DE $138,861 Delaware City, DE $138,715 Hockessin, DE $138,565 Kirkwood, DE $138,689 Middletown, DE $138,743 Montchanin, DE $138,596

New Castle, DE $138,617 Odessa, DE $138,811 Port Penn, DE $138,904 Rockland, DE $138,610 Saint Georges, DE $138,699 Townsend, DE $138,913 Winterthur, DE $138,626 Lewes, DE $138,036

Wilmington, DE $138,571 Dover, DE $139,122 Dover Afb, DE $138,389 Bethany Beach, DE $137,575 Bethel, DE $137,718 Bridgeville, DE $138,043 Camden Wyoming, DE $138,730 Cheswold, DE $139,077

Clayton, DE $139,081 Dagsboro, DE $137,480 Delmar, DE $137,259 Ellendale, DE $137,676 Felton, DE $138,451 Fenwick Island, DE $137,510 Frankford, DE $137,270 Frederica, DE $138,588

Georgetown, DE $137,428 Greenwood, DE $138,065 Harbeson, DE $137,574 Harrington, DE $138,276 Hartly, DE $138,706 Houston, DE $138,078 Kenton, DE $139,088 Laurel, DE $137,345

Yorklyn, DE $138,606

Design Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Design Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Design Engineering Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Design Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Design Engineering Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$173,420	$83.0	25%
Financial Services	$166,483	$80.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$159,546	$77.0	15%
Healthcare	$159,546	$77.0	15%
Biotechnology	$152,609	$73.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Design 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 July 01, 2026

$126,126

Average $138,736/year

$150,885

$10,510

Average $11,561/month

$12,574

$2,425

Average $2,668/week

$2,902

$61

Average $67/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,885	$12,574	$2,902	$73
Average	$138,736	$11,561	$2,668	$67
25th Percentile	$126,126	$10,510	$2,425	$61

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