Process Engineer, Injection Molding Salary in the United States

How much does a Process Engineer, Injection Molding make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Engineer, Injection Molding in the United States is $89,390 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,035
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,464 to $97,055
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,159
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Process Engineer, Injection Molding Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $97,055 $8,088 $1,866 $47
Average $89,390 $7,449 $1,719 $43
25th Percentile $82,464 $6,872 $1,586 $40
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Amcor - Streetsboro, OH

Injection Molding Engineer: Mold Design & Process Upgrades

Aretè & Cocchi Technology - Findlay, OH

Lead Injection Molding Process Engineer – CI & Robotics

Midland-Marvel Recruiters, LLC - Akron, OH

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Key Factors That Influence Process Engineer, Injection Molding Salaries

A Process Engineer, Injection Molding'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Process Engineer, Injection Molding Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Process Engineer, Injection Molding'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): $88,826
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $101,809
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,021
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,132
  • Expert (over 8 years): $120,549
Levels Salary
Process E... Level Process Engineer, Injection Molding$88,826
Process E... Level Process Engineer, Injection Molding$101,809
Process E... Level Process Engineer, Injection Molding$113,021
Process E... Level Process Engineer, Injection Molding$138,132
Process E... Level Process Engineer, Injection Molding$120,549
$88,826 0 yr
$101,809 < 2 yrs
$113,021 2-4 yrs
$138,132 5-8 yrs
$120,549 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Process Engineer, Injection Moldings

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:

  • San Jose: $112,747
  • San Francisco: $111,639
  • Oakland: $109,163

What Skills Can Increase a Process Engineer, Injection Molding's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.14% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Design Engineering (Mentioned in 1.88% Job Postings): Creating a system, component, or process to develop new products and systems.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.46% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
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Analysis 6.14%
Design Engineering 1.88%
PowerPoint 1.46%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Process Engineer, Injection Molding's salary.
  • Semiconductors: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Mechanical Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Six Sigma: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Semiconductors
 $98,329
10%
Mechanical Engineering
 $96,541
8%
Six Sigma
 $96,541
8%
Lean
 $95,647
7%
Collaboration
 $95,647
7%
Process Development
 $95,647
7%
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How Education impacts a Process Engineer, Injection Molding's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Process Engineer, Injection Moldings enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Process Engineer, Injection Molding with a Bachelor's Degree is between $75,272 and $78,139).

Process Engineer, Injection Molding Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Process Engineer, Injection Molding
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.3%
High School 2.3%
Associates 3.5%
Bachelors 62.6%
Masters 27.0%
Doctorate 4.6%
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Process Engineer, Injection Molding Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Process Engineer, Injection Molding'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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Average $89,390/year
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Average $43/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $97,055 $8,088 $1,866 $47
Average $89,390 $7,449 $1,719 $43
25th Percentile $82,464 $6,872 $1,586 $40

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Salary Trends for Process Engineer, Injection Molding

Salaries for a Process Engineer, Injection Molding can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $71,662 in 2023 to around $72,095 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Process Engineer, Injection Molding salary trends, .

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