As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for applied materials process engineer in Portland, OR is $136,405, equivalent to $66 per hour, $2,623 weekly, or $11,367 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 Portland, OR vary widely, spanning from $115,112 to $157,347. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($125,259) and 75th percentile ($147,367), while top earners (90th percentile) make $157,347 per year. This $22,108 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, Portland applied materials process engineer often earn 3.2% higher than national averages. However, Portland currently ranks 223 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 $115,112 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
25th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $125,259 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
50th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $136,405 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
75th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $147,367 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
90th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $157,347 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
25% $125,259 10% $115,112 90% $157,347 75% $147,367 $136,405 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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  1. Down a level:

    Materials Engineer III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    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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125259
147367
136405

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
154489
188092
169759
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 Portland, OR. The base salary for applied materials process engineer ranges from $125,259 to $147,367 with the average base salary of $136,405. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $154,489 to $188,092 with the average total cash compensation of $169,759.

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