What are the main factors that influence a Systems Design 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 Systems Design Engineer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Systems Design Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Systems Design Engineer's salary?

A Systems Design Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Systems Design Engineer (0-2 years)earns $85,865, a Software Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $105,436, a Software Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $122,316, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $149,712, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,543,

What are the highest paying states for a Systems Design Engineer?

Systems Design Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Systems Design Engineer roles are District of Columbia $93,275, California $92,921, Massachusetts $91,682. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Systems Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Systems Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electronics Design Engineer III: $120,800; Electrical Design Engineer III: $120,760; Hardware Design Engineer III: $114,300; Senior Equipment Design Engineer: $109,300; Electronics Design Engineer II: $99,600.

Systems Design Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Systems Design Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Design Engineer in Delaware is $85,313 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,719
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,375 to $93,901
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,148

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Systems Design Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,901	$7,825	$1,806	$45
Average	$85,313	$7,109	$1,641	$41
25th Percentile	$77,375	$6,448	$1,488	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Systems Design Engineer Salaries

A Systems Design 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 Systems Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems Design 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): $85,865
Early Career (1-2 years): $105,436
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,316
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,712
Expert (over 8 years): $171,543

Levels	Salary
Systems D... Level Systems Design Engineer	$85,865
Software ... Level Systems Design Engineer	$105,436
Software ... Level Systems Design Engineer	$122,316
Software ... Level Systems Design Engineer	$149,712
Software ... Level Systems Design Engineer	$171,543

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

District of Columbia: $93,275.
California: $92,921.
Massachusetts: $91,682.

District of Columbia $93,275 California $92,921 Massachusetts $91,682 Washington $91,345 New Jersey $91,312 Alaska $91,194 Connecticut $90,031 New York $89,559

Hawaii $88,051 Rhode Island $87,344 Maryland $86,864 Minnesota $86,206 Colorado $85,954 Illinois $85,870 Oregon $85,549 Delaware $85,313

New Hampshire $85,165 Virginia $84,833 Pennsylvania $83,865 Nevada $83,376 North Dakota $83,216 Michigan $82,963 Wisconsin $82,870 Vermont $82,685

Texas $82,171 Maine $82,138 Arizona $82,087 Ohio $82,028 Georgia $81,253 Indiana $80,865 Wyoming $80,790 Utah $80,672

Iowa $80,621 Kansas $80,217 Louisiana $80,099 North Carolina $80,057 Missouri $80,040 Florida $79,711 Montana $79,534 Nebraska $79,366

Kentucky $79,273 South Carolina $78,936 Tennessee $78,726 Idaho $78,641 New Mexico $78,026 Oklahoma $77,892 Alabama $77,395 South Dakota $76,561

Arkansas $76,106 West Virginia $75,861 Mississippi $75,128

Top Paying Cities for Systems Design 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: $84,929
Little Creek: $85,551
Magnolia: $85,428

Lincoln, DE $84,929 Little Creek, DE $85,551 Magnolia, DE $85,428 Milford, DE $85,145 Marydel, DE $85,285 Millsboro, DE $84,573 Millville, DE $84,704 Milton, DE $84,850

Nassau, DE $84,912 Ocean View, DE $84,689 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,852 Seaford, DE $84,900 Selbyville, DE $84,549 Smyrna, DE $85,610 Viola, DE $85,216 Woodside, DE $85,445

Bear, DE $85,248 Newark, DE $85,216 Claymont, DE $85,390 Delaware City, DE $85,301 Hockessin, DE $85,208 Kirkwood, DE $85,285 Middletown, DE $85,318 Montchanin, DE $85,228

New Castle, DE $85,240 Odessa, DE $85,360 Port Penn, DE $85,417 Rockland, DE $85,236 Saint Georges, DE $85,291 Townsend, DE $85,422 Winterthur, DE $85,246 Lewes, DE $84,883

Wilmington, DE $85,212 Dover, DE $85,551 Dover Afb, DE $85,100 Bethany Beach, DE $84,600 Bethel, DE $84,688 Bridgeville, DE $84,887 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,310 Cheswold, DE $85,523

Clayton, DE $85,526 Dagsboro, DE $84,541 Delmar, DE $84,405 Ellendale, DE $84,661 Felton, DE $85,138 Fenwick Island, DE $84,560 Frankford, DE $84,412 Frederica, DE $85,223

Georgetown, DE $84,509 Greenwood, DE $84,901 Harbeson, DE $84,599 Harrington, DE $85,030 Hartly, DE $85,295 Houston, DE $84,909 Kenton, DE $85,530 Laurel, DE $84,458

Yorklyn, DE $85,233

Systems Design Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Systems Design Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Systems Design Engineer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Systems Design Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Systems Design Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$106,642	$51.0	25%
Biotechnology	$102,376	$49.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$102,376	$49.0	20%
Internet	$98,111	$47.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$93,845	$45.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Systems Design 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 July 01, 2026

$77,375

Average $85,313/year

$93,901

$6,448

Average $7,109/month

$7,825

$1,488

Average $1,641/week

$1,806

$37

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,901	$7,825	$1,806	$45
Average	$85,313	$7,109	$1,641	$41
25th Percentile	$77,375	$6,448	$1,488	$37

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