What are the main factors that influence a Design and Development Engineer'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 and Development Engineer?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Design and Development Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Design and Development Engineer's salary?

A Design and Development Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Design and Development Engineer (0-2 years)earns $81,730, a Product Design Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $92,712, a Product Design Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,891, a Product Design Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $141,507, a Product Design Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $165,779,

What are the highest paying states for a Design and Development Engineer?

Design and Development Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Design and Development Engineer roles are District of Columbia $90,599, California $90,256, Massachusetts $89,053. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Design and Development Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Design and Development Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Digital Design Engineer IV: $161,192; Digital Design Engineer III: $127,448; Process Design Kit Development Engineer: $109,882; Senior Equipment Design Engineer: $109,300; Digital Design Engineer II: $102,231.

Design and Development Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Design and Development Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Design and Development Engineer in Delaware is $82,867 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,290
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,875 to $88,323
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,240

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Design and Development Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,323	$7,360	$1,699	$42
Average	$82,867	$6,906	$1,594	$40
25th Percentile	$78,875	$6,573	$1,517	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Design and Development Engineer Salaries

A Design and 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 Design and Development Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Design and 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): $81,730
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,712
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,891
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,507
Expert (over 8 years): $165,779

Levels	Salary
Design an... Level Design and Development Engineer	$81,730
Product D... Level Design and Development Engineer	$92,712
Product D... Level Design and Development Engineer	$115,891
Product D... Level Design and Development Engineer	$141,507
Product D... Level Design and Development Engineer	$165,779

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

District of Columbia: $90,599.
California: $90,256.
Massachusetts: $89,053.

District of Columbia $90,599 California $90,256 Massachusetts $89,053 Washington $88,725 New Jersey $88,693 Alaska $88,578 Connecticut $87,449 New York $86,991

Hawaii $85,526 Rhode Island $84,839 Maryland $84,372 Minnesota $83,734 Colorado $83,488 Illinois $83,407 Oregon $83,096 Delaware $82,867

New Hampshire $82,723 Virginia $82,400 Pennsylvania $81,459 Nevada $80,985 North Dakota $80,829 Michigan $80,584 Wisconsin $80,494 Vermont $80,314

Texas $79,814 Maine $79,782 Arizona $79,733 Ohio $79,675 Georgia $78,923 Indiana $78,546 Wyoming $78,472 Utah $78,358

Iowa $78,309 Kansas $77,916 Louisiana $77,801 North Carolina $77,761 Missouri $77,744 Florida $77,425 Montana $77,253 Nebraska $77,090

Kentucky $77,000 South Carolina $76,672 Tennessee $76,468 Idaho $76,386 New Mexico $75,789 Oklahoma $75,658 Alabama $75,175 South Dakota $74,365

Arkansas $73,923 West Virginia $73,686 Mississippi $72,974

Top Paying Cities for Design and 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:

Lincoln: $82,493
Little Creek: $83,097
Magnolia: $82,978

Lincoln, DE $82,493 Little Creek, DE $83,097 Magnolia, DE $82,978 Milford, DE $82,703 Marydel, DE $82,839 Millsboro, DE $82,147 Millville, DE $82,274 Milton, DE $82,417

Nassau, DE $82,476 Ocean View, DE $82,260 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,418 Seaford, DE $82,465 Selbyville, DE $82,124 Smyrna, DE $83,155 Viola, DE $82,772 Woodside, DE $82,994

Bear, DE $82,803 Newark, DE $82,772 Claymont, DE $82,941 Delaware City, DE $82,854 Hockessin, DE $82,764 Kirkwood, DE $82,839 Middletown, DE $82,871 Montchanin, DE $82,783

New Castle, DE $82,795 Odessa, DE $82,912 Port Penn, DE $82,967 Rockland, DE $82,791 Saint Georges, DE $82,845 Townsend, DE $82,972 Winterthur, DE $82,801 Lewes, DE $82,448

Wilmington, DE $82,768 Dover, DE $83,097 Dover Afb, DE $82,660 Bethany Beach, DE $82,174 Bethel, DE $82,259 Bridgeville, DE $82,453 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,863 Cheswold, DE $83,070

Clayton, DE $83,073 Dagsboro, DE $82,116 Delmar, DE $81,985 Ellendale, DE $82,233 Felton, DE $82,696 Fenwick Island, DE $82,134 Frankford, DE $81,991 Frederica, DE $82,778

Georgetown, DE $82,085 Greenwood, DE $82,466 Harbeson, DE $82,173 Harrington, DE $82,592 Hartly, DE $82,849 Houston, DE $82,474 Kenton, DE $83,077 Laurel, DE $82,036

Yorklyn, DE $82,789

Design and Development Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Design and Development Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Design and Development Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Design and Development Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Design and Development Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$95,297	$46.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$92,811	$45.0	12%
Biotechnology	$91,153	$44.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$89,496	$43.0	8%
Aerospace & Defense	$87,010	$42.0	5%

Design and Development Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Design and 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.

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$78,875

Average $82,867/year

$88,323

$6,573

Average $6,906/month

$7,360

$1,517

Average $1,594/week

$1,699

$38

Average $40/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,323	$7,360	$1,699	$42
Average	$82,867	$6,906	$1,594	$40
25th Percentile	$78,875	$6,573	$1,517	$38

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