As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for applied materials process engineer in Worcester, MA is $136,404, 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 San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for applied materials process engineer in Worcester, MA vary widely, spanning from $114,971 to $157,488. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($125,185) and 75th percentile ($147,440), while top earners (90th percentile) make $157,488 per year. This $22,255 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, Worcester applied materials process engineer often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Worcester currently ranks 210 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 $114,971 Worcester, MA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $125,185 Worcester, MA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $136,404 Worcester, MA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $147,440 Worcester, MA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile applied materials process engineer Salary $157,488 Worcester, MA June 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 Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
125185
147440
136404

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
155280
189054
170629
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 Worcester, MA. The base salary for applied materials process engineer ranges from $125,185 to $147,440 with the average base salary of $136,404. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $155,280 to $189,054 with the average total cash compensation of $170,629.

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About Worcester, Massachusetts    Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. ....More

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