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

A Senior Process Development Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $108,863 for beginners, reaching about $111,463 at mid-level, and approach $115,815 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Senior Process Development Engineer?

Senior Process Development Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Process Development Engineer roles are District of Columbia $112,084, California $111,659, Massachusetts $110,171. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Senior Process Development Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Senior Process Development Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Biopharma Process Development Senior Manager: $171,782; Process Development Engineer IV: $134,640; Senior Process Control Engineer: $113,230; Senior Process Engineer: $110,183; Process Development Engineer III: $110,170.

Senior Process Development Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Senior Process Development Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Process Development Engineer in District of Columbia is $112,084 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,238
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,255 to $120,540
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,127

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Senior Process Development Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,540	$10,045	$2,318	$58
Average	$112,084	$9,340	$2,155	$54
25th Percentile	$104,255	$8,688	$2,005	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Process Development Engineer Salaries

A Senior Process Development 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 Senior Process Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Process Development 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): $108,863
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,100
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,463
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,571
Expert (over 8 years): $115,815

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Senior Process Development Engineer	$108,863
Intermediate Level Senior Process Development Engineer	$109,100
Senior Level Senior Process Development Engineer	$111,463
Specialist Level Senior Process Development Engineer	$114,571
Expert Level Senior Process Development Engineer	$115,815

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

District of Columbia: $112,084.
California: $111,659.
Massachusetts: $110,171.

District of Columbia $112,084 California $111,659 Massachusetts $110,171 Washington $109,766 New Jersey $109,725 Alaska $109,584 Connecticut $108,187 New York $107,620

Hawaii $105,808 Rhode Island $104,957 Maryland $104,380 Minnesota $103,591 Colorado $103,287 Illinois $103,186 Oregon $102,801 Delaware $102,518

New Hampshire $102,339 Virginia $101,941 Pennsylvania $100,776 Nevada $100,189 North Dakota $99,997 Michigan $99,693 Wisconsin $99,582 Vermont $99,359

Texas $98,742 Maine $98,701 Arizona $98,640 Ohio $98,570 Georgia $97,638 Indiana $97,173 Wyoming $97,081 Utah $96,940

Iowa $96,879 Kansas $96,393 Louisiana $96,251 North Carolina $96,201 Missouri $96,181 Florida $95,786 Montana $95,573 Nebraska $95,371

Kentucky $95,259 South Carolina $94,854 Tennessee $94,601 Idaho $94,500 New Mexico $93,761 Oklahoma $93,599 Alabama $93,002 South Dakota $92,000

Arkansas $91,453 West Virginia $91,159 Mississippi $90,279

Top Paying Cities for Senior Process Development 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:

Parcel Return Service: $112,084
Washington: $112,084
Naval Anacost Annex: $112,084

Parcel Return Service, DC $112,084 Washington, DC $112,084 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $112,084 Washington Navy Yard, DC $112,084

Senior Process Development Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Process Development 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

$104,255

Average $112,084/year

$120,540

$8,688

Average $9,340/month

$10,045

$2,005

Average $2,155/week

$2,318

$50

Average $54/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,540	$10,045	$2,318	$58
Average	$112,084	$9,340	$2,155	$54
25th Percentile	$104,255	$8,688	$2,005	$50

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