As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for applied materials process engineer in Los Angeles, CA is $144,202, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,773 weekly, or $12,017 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for applied materials process engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for applied materials process engineer in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $121,692 to $166,342. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($132,420) and 75th percentile ($155,791), while top earners (90th percentile) make $166,342 per year. This $23,371 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Material Handling, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Los Angeles applied materials process engineer often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 76 statewide for applied materials process engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
applied materials process engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $121,692 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $132,420 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $144,202 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $155,791 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $166,342 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25% $132,420 10% $121,692 90% $166,342 75% $155,791 $144,202 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of applied materials process engineer in Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for applied materials process engineer ranges from $132,420 to $155,791 with the average base salary of $144,202. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $163,321 to $198,845 with the average total cash compensation of $179,464.

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