What are the main factors that influence a Manufacturing Process Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Manufacturing Process Engineer's salary?

A Manufacturing Process Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Manufacturing Process Engineer (0-2 years)earns $88,034, a Process Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,900, a Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $112,012, a Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,900, a Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $119,474,

What are the highest paying states for a Manufacturing Process Engineer?

Manufacturing Process Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manufacturing Process Engineer roles are District of Columbia $96,859, California $96,492, Massachusetts $95,206. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Manufacturing Process Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Manufacturing Process Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Manufacturing Engineer Director: $178,645; Manufacturing Engineer VI: $171,896; Manufacturing Process Engineer IV: $134,700; Manufacturing Process Engineer III: $110,200; Manufacturing Engineer III: $103,174.

Manufacturing Process Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Manufacturing Process Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Process Engineer in Delaware is $88,592 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Manufacturing Process Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,107
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,729 to $96,190
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,479

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Manufacturing Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,190	$8,016	$1,850	$46
Average	$88,592	$7,383	$1,704	$43
25th Percentile	$81,729	$6,811	$1,572	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Process Engineer Salaries

A Manufacturing Process Engineer'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 Manufacturing Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing Process Engineer'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): $88,034
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,900
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,012
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,900
Expert (over 8 years): $119,474

Levels	Salary
Manufactu... Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$88,034
Process E... Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$100,900
Process E... Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$112,012
Process E... Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$136,900
Process E... Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$119,474

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How Do Manufacturing Process Engineer 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 Manufacturing Process Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,859.
California: $96,492.
Massachusetts: $95,206.

District of Columbia $96,859 California $96,492 Massachusetts $95,206 Washington $94,856 New Jersey $94,821 Alaska $94,699 Connecticut $93,491 New York $93,001

Hawaii $91,435 Rhode Island $90,701 Maryland $90,202 Minnesota $89,520 Colorado $89,257 Illinois $89,170 Oregon $88,837 Delaware $88,592

New Hampshire $88,438 Virginia $88,094 Pennsylvania $87,088 Nevada $86,580 North Dakota $86,414 Michigan $86,152 Wisconsin $86,055 Vermont $85,863

Texas $85,329 Maine $85,294 Arizona $85,242 Ohio $85,181 Georgia $84,376 Indiana $83,973 Wyoming $83,895 Utah $83,772

Iowa $83,720 Kansas $83,300 Louisiana $83,177 North Carolina $83,133 Missouri $83,116 Florida $82,775 Montana $82,591 Nebraska $82,416

Kentucky $82,320 South Carolina $81,970 Tennessee $81,751 Idaho $81,664 New Mexico $81,025 Oklahoma $80,885 Alabama $80,369 South Dakota $79,503

Arkansas $79,031 West Virginia $78,777 Mississippi $78,016

Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing Process Engineers

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: $91,689
Little Creek: $90,841
Magnolia: $91,217

Lincoln, DE $91,689 Little Creek, DE $90,841 Magnolia, DE $91,217 Milford, DE $91,689 Marydel, DE $90,499 Millsboro, DE $91,689 Millville, DE $92,302 Milton, DE $91,689

Nassau, DE $91,689 Ocean View, DE $92,302 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,302 Seaford, DE $90,727 Selbyville, DE $92,302 Smyrna, DE $90,394 Viola, DE $91,217 Woodside, DE $90,954

Bear, DE $89,730 Newark, DE $89,765 Claymont, DE $89,835 Delaware City, DE $89,765 Hockessin, DE $89,835 Kirkwood, DE $89,765 Middletown, DE $90,211 Montchanin, DE $89,835

New Castle, DE $89,835 Odessa, DE $90,333 Port Penn, DE $89,520 Rockland, DE $89,835 Saint Georges, DE $89,765 Townsend, DE $90,202 Winterthur, DE $89,835 Lewes, DE $91,689

Wilmington, DE $89,835 Dover, DE $90,797 Dover Afb, DE $91,007 Bethany Beach, DE $92,302 Bethel, DE $90,727 Bridgeville, DE $91,689 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,893 Cheswold, DE $90,587

Clayton, DE $90,359 Dagsboro, DE $92,302 Delmar, DE $90,727 Ellendale, DE $91,689 Felton, DE $91,689 Fenwick Island, DE $92,302 Frankford, DE $92,302 Frederica, DE $91,689

Georgetown, DE $91,689 Greenwood, DE $91,689 Harbeson, DE $91,689 Harrington, DE $91,689 Hartly, DE $90,316 Houston, DE $91,689 Kenton, DE $90,359 Laurel, DE $90,727

Yorklyn, DE $89,835

Manufacturing Process Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing Process Engineer'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 April 01, 2026

$81,729

Average $88,592/year

$96,190

$6,811

Average $7,383/month

$8,016

$1,572

Average $1,704/week

$1,850

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,190	$8,016	$1,850	$46
Average	$88,592	$7,383	$1,704	$43
25th Percentile	$81,729	$6,811	$1,572	$39

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