How much does A applied materials process engineer make hourly?

As of April 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of applied materials process engineer in the United States is $63. While Salary.com is seeing that applied materials process engineer salary in the US can go up to $72 or down to $53, but most earn between $57 and $68. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of applied materials process engineer in the United States.

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applied materials process engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $53 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $57 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $63 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $68 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $72 US April 01, 2026
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What is A applied materials process engineer ?

An Applied Materials Process Engineer is responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for semiconductor and materials technology. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency, yield, and product quality. Key responsibilities include conducting experiments, analyzing data, and implementing process improvements. Engineers in this position must possess a strong understanding of materials science, semiconductor fabrication, and process engineering principles. Salaries for Applied Materials Process Engineers can vary based on e...

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    Materials Engineer III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    applied materials process engineer

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Materials Engineer V

    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

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63

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
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78
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of applied materials process engineer in the United States. The average hourly rate for applied materials process engineer ranges from $57 to $68 with the average hourly pay of $63. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $71 to $86 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $78.

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