As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for applied materials process engineer in Virginia Beach, VA is $124,063, equivalent to $60 per hour, $2,386 weekly, or $10,339 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 Virginia Beach, VA vary widely, spanning from $104,697 to $143,111. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($113,926) and 75th percentile ($134,034), while top earners (90th percentile) make $143,111 per year. This $20,108 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, Virginia Beach applied materials process engineer often earn 5.4% lower than national averages. However, Virginia Beach currently ranks 550 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 $104,697 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $113,926 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $124,063 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $134,034 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $143,111 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
25% $113,926 10% $104,697 90% $143,111 75% $134,034 $124,063 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 Virginia Beach, VA. The base salary for applied materials process engineer ranges from $113,926 to $134,034 with the average base salary of $124,063. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $140,512 to $171,074 with the average total cash compensation of $154,400.

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