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: starting around $87,495 for beginners, reaching about $89,349 at mid-level, and approach $90,462 for experts.

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 $96,835, California $96,467, Massachusetts $95,182. 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: $211,937; Manufacturing Engineer VI: $202,522; Manufacturing Process Engineer IV: $134,700; Manufacturing Process Engineer III: $110,200; Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor: $108,407.

Manufacturing Process Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Manufacturing Process Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Process Engineer in Delaware is $88,570 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): $103,031
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,683 to $96,139
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,413

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Manufacturing Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,139	$8,012	$1,849	$46
Average	$88,570	$7,381	$1,703	$43
25th Percentile	$81,683	$6,807	$1,571	$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): $87,495
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,013
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,349
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $90,240
Expert (over 8 years): $90,462

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$87,495
Intermediate Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$88,013
Senior Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$89,349
Specialist Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$90,240
Expert Level Manufacturing Process Engineer	$90,462

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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: $96,835.
California: $96,467.
Massachusetts: $95,182.

District of Columbia $96,835 California $96,467 Massachusetts $95,182 Washington $94,832 New Jersey $94,797 Alaska $94,675 Connecticut $93,468 New York $92,978

Hawaii $91,412 Rhode Island $90,678 Maryland $90,179 Minnesota $89,497 Colorado $89,235 Illinois $89,147 Oregon $88,815 Delaware $88,570

New Hampshire $88,416 Virginia $88,071 Pennsylvania $87,066 Nevada $86,558 North Dakota $86,392 Michigan $86,130 Wisconsin $86,034 Vermont $85,841

Texas $85,308 Maine $85,273 Arizona $85,220 Ohio $85,159 Georgia $84,354 Indiana $83,952 Wyoming $83,873 Utah $83,751

Iowa $83,698 Kansas $83,279 Louisiana $83,156 North Carolina $83,112 Missouri $83,095 Florida $82,754 Montana $82,570 Nebraska $82,395

Kentucky $82,299 South Carolina $81,949 Tennessee $81,731 Idaho $81,643 New Mexico $81,005 Oklahoma $80,865 Alabama $80,349 South Dakota $79,483

Arkansas $79,011 West Virginia $78,757 Mississippi $77,996

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: $91,666
Little Creek: $90,818
Magnolia: $91,194

Lincoln, DE $91,666 Little Creek, DE $90,818 Magnolia, DE $91,194 Milford, DE $91,666 Marydel, DE $90,477 Millsboro, DE $91,666 Millville, DE $92,278 Milton, DE $91,666

Nassau, DE $91,666 Ocean View, DE $92,278 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,278 Seaford, DE $90,704 Selbyville, DE $92,278 Smyrna, DE $90,372 Viola, DE $91,194 Woodside, DE $90,931

Bear, DE $89,707 Newark, DE $89,742 Claymont, DE $89,812 Delaware City, DE $89,742 Hockessin, DE $89,812 Kirkwood, DE $89,742 Middletown, DE $90,188 Montchanin, DE $89,812

New Castle, DE $89,812 Odessa, DE $90,310 Port Penn, DE $89,497 Rockland, DE $89,812 Saint Georges, DE $89,742 Townsend, DE $90,179 Winterthur, DE $89,812 Lewes, DE $91,666

Wilmington, DE $89,812 Dover, DE $90,774 Dover Afb, DE $90,984 Bethany Beach, DE $92,278 Bethel, DE $90,704 Bridgeville, DE $91,666 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,870 Cheswold, DE $90,564

Clayton, DE $90,337 Dagsboro, DE $92,278 Delmar, DE $90,704 Ellendale, DE $91,666 Felton, DE $91,666 Fenwick Island, DE $92,278 Frankford, DE $92,278 Frederica, DE $91,666

Georgetown, DE $91,666 Greenwood, DE $91,666 Harbeson, DE $91,666 Harrington, DE $91,666 Hartly, DE $90,293 Houston, DE $91,666 Kenton, DE $90,337 Laurel, DE $90,704

Yorklyn, DE $89,812

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 January 01, 2026

$81,683

Average $88,570/year

$96,139

$6,807

Average $7,381/month

$8,012

$1,571

Average $1,703/week

$1,849

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,139	$8,012	$1,849	$46
Average	$88,570	$7,381	$1,703	$43
25th Percentile	$81,683	$6,807	$1,571	$39

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