What are the main factors that influence a Lead Process Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Lead Process Engineer's salary?

A Lead Process Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $111,090, a Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,766, a Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $118,504, a Process Engineering Manager (7+ years)earns $143,866, a Lead Process Engineer (7+ years)earns $184,945,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Process Engineer?

Lead Process Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Process Engineer roles are District of Columbia $202,993, California $202,223, Massachusetts $199,528. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Process Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Process Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Semiconductor Process Engineer IV: $177,190; Chemical Process Engineer IV: $142,144; Chemical Process Engineer, Specialist/Project Lead: $140,211; Validation Process Engineer IV: $138,470; Biopharma Process Engineer IV: $137,559.

Lead Process Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Process Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Process Engineer in Delaware is $185,667 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $89.

However, a Lead Process Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $204,446
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $171,408 to $195,497
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $158,425

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Lead Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$195,497	$16,291	$3,760	$94
Average	$185,667	$15,472	$3,571	$89
25th Percentile	$171,408	$14,284	$3,296	$82

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Process Engineer Salaries

A Lead Process Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Process Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $111,090
Early Career (1-2 years): $135,766
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,504
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,866
Expert (over 8 years): $184,945

Levels	Salary
Process E... Level Lead Process Engineer	$111,090
Process E... Level Lead Process Engineer	$135,766
Process E... Level Lead Process Engineer	$118,504
Process E... Level Lead Process Engineer	$143,866
Lead Proc... Level Lead Process Engineer	$184,945

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How Do Lead Process Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Process Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $202,993.
California: $202,223.
Massachusetts: $199,528.

District of Columbia $202,993 California $202,223 Massachusetts $199,528 Washington $198,794 New Jersey $198,721 Alaska $198,464 Connecticut $195,934 New York $194,908

Hawaii $191,626 Rhode Island $190,086 Maryland $189,041 Minnesota $187,611 Colorado $187,061 Illinois $186,877 Oregon $186,181 Delaware $185,667

New Hampshire $185,345 Virginia $184,622 Pennsylvania $182,514 Nevada $181,451 North Dakota $181,102 Michigan $180,552 Wisconsin $180,351 Vermont $179,947

Texas $178,829 Maine $178,756 Arizona $178,646 Ohio $178,517 Georgia $176,830 Indiana $175,987 Wyoming $175,822 Utah $175,565

Iowa $175,455 Kansas $174,575 Louisiana $174,319 North Carolina $174,227 Missouri $174,190 Florida $173,475 Montana $173,090 Nebraska $172,724

Kentucky $172,522 South Carolina $171,789 Tennessee $171,330 Idaho $171,147 New Mexico $169,809 Oklahoma $169,515 Alabama $168,434 South Dakota $166,618

Arkansas $165,628 West Virginia $165,097 Mississippi $163,502

Top Paying Cities for Lead Process Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $192,158
Little Creek: $190,379
Magnolia: $191,168

Lincoln, DE $192,158 Little Creek, DE $190,379 Magnolia, DE $191,168 Milford, DE $192,158 Marydel, DE $189,664 Millsboro, DE $192,158 Millville, DE $193,441 Milton, DE $192,158

Nassau, DE $192,158 Ocean View, DE $193,441 Rehoboth Beach, DE $193,441 Seaford, DE $190,141 Selbyville, DE $193,441 Smyrna, DE $189,444 Viola, DE $191,168 Woodside, DE $190,618

Bear, DE $188,051 Newark, DE $188,124 Claymont, DE $188,271 Delaware City, DE $188,124 Hockessin, DE $188,271 Kirkwood, DE $188,124 Middletown, DE $189,059 Montchanin, DE $188,271

New Castle, DE $188,271 Odessa, DE $189,316 Port Penn, DE $187,611 Rockland, DE $188,271 Saint Georges, DE $188,124 Townsend, DE $189,041 Winterthur, DE $188,271 Lewes, DE $192,158

Wilmington, DE $188,271 Dover, DE $190,288 Dover Afb, DE $190,728 Bethany Beach, DE $193,441 Bethel, DE $190,141 Bridgeville, DE $192,158 Camden Wyoming, DE $190,489 Cheswold, DE $189,848

Clayton, DE $189,371 Dagsboro, DE $193,441 Delmar, DE $190,141 Ellendale, DE $192,158 Felton, DE $192,158 Fenwick Island, DE $193,441 Frankford, DE $193,441 Frederica, DE $192,158

Georgetown, DE $192,158 Greenwood, DE $192,158 Harbeson, DE $192,158 Harrington, DE $192,158 Hartly, DE $189,279 Houston, DE $192,158 Kenton, DE $189,371 Laurel, DE $190,141

Yorklyn, DE $188,271

Lead Process Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Process Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$171,408

Average $185,667/year

$195,497

$14,284

Average $15,472/month

$16,291

$3,296

Average $3,571/week

$3,760

$82

Average $89/hour

$94

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$195,497	$16,291	$3,760	$94
Average	$185,667	$15,472	$3,571	$89
25th Percentile	$171,408	$14,284	$3,296	$82

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