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

A Mechanical Process Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $89,516 for beginners, reaching about $91,414 at mid-level, and approach $92,553 for experts.

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

Mechanical Process Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanical Process Engineer roles are District of Columbia $99,073, California $98,697, Massachusetts $97,382. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Mechanical Process Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Mechanical Engineer VI: $188,946; Mechanical Product Engineer V: $160,329; Mechanical Engineer V: $148,626; Mechanical Product Engineer IV: $131,588; Mechanical Engineer IV: $129,106.

Mechanical Process Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mechanical Process Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Process Engineer in Delaware is $90,617 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,412
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,571 to $98,361
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,156

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Mechanical Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,361	$8,197	$1,892	$47
Average	$90,617	$7,551	$1,743	$44
25th Percentile	$83,571	$6,964	$1,607	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Process Engineer Salaries

A Mechanical 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 Mechanical Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mechanical 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): $89,516
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,047
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,414
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,325
Expert (over 8 years): $92,553

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Mechanical Process Engineer	$89,516
Intermediate Level Mechanical Process Engineer	$90,047
Senior Level Mechanical Process Engineer	$91,414
Specialist Level Mechanical Process Engineer	$92,325
Expert Level Mechanical Process Engineer	$92,553

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How Do Mechanical 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 Mechanical Process Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,073.
California: $98,697.
Massachusetts: $97,382.

District of Columbia $99,073 California $98,697 Massachusetts $97,382 Washington $97,024 New Jersey $96,988 Alaska $96,863 Connecticut $95,628 New York $95,127

Hawaii $93,525 Rhode Island $92,773 Maryland $92,263 Minnesota $91,565 Colorado $91,297 Illinois $91,207 Oregon $90,867 Delaware $90,617

New Hampshire $90,459 Virginia $90,107 Pennsylvania $89,078 Nevada $88,559 North Dakota $88,389 Michigan $88,120 Wisconsin $88,022 Vermont $87,825

Texas $87,279 Maine $87,243 Arizona $87,190 Ohio $87,127 Georgia $86,304 Indiana $85,892 Wyoming $85,812 Utah $85,686

Iowa $85,633 Kansas $85,203 Louisiana $85,078 North Carolina $85,033 Missouri $85,015 Florida $84,666 Montana $84,478 Nebraska $84,299

Kentucky $84,201 South Carolina $83,843 Tennessee $83,619 Idaho $83,530 New Mexico $82,877 Oklahoma $82,734 Alabama $82,206 South Dakota $81,320

Arkansas $80,837 West Virginia $80,577 Mississippi $79,799

Top Paying Cities for Mechanical 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: $93,784
Little Creek: $92,916
Magnolia: $93,301

Lincoln, DE $93,784 Little Creek, DE $92,916 Magnolia, DE $93,301 Milford, DE $93,784 Marydel, DE $92,567 Millsboro, DE $93,784 Millville, DE $94,411 Milton, DE $93,784

Nassau, DE $93,784 Ocean View, DE $94,411 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,411 Seaford, DE $92,800 Selbyville, DE $94,411 Smyrna, DE $92,460 Viola, DE $93,301 Woodside, DE $93,033

Bear, DE $91,780 Newark, DE $91,816 Claymont, DE $91,887 Delaware City, DE $91,816 Hockessin, DE $91,887 Kirkwood, DE $91,816 Middletown, DE $92,272 Montchanin, DE $91,887

New Castle, DE $91,887 Odessa, DE $92,397 Port Penn, DE $91,565 Rockland, DE $91,887 Saint Georges, DE $91,816 Townsend, DE $92,263 Winterthur, DE $91,887 Lewes, DE $93,784

Wilmington, DE $91,887 Dover, DE $92,872 Dover Afb, DE $93,086 Bethany Beach, DE $94,411 Bethel, DE $92,800 Bridgeville, DE $93,784 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,970 Cheswold, DE $92,657

Clayton, DE $92,424 Dagsboro, DE $94,411 Delmar, DE $92,800 Ellendale, DE $93,784 Felton, DE $93,784 Fenwick Island, DE $94,411 Frankford, DE $94,411 Frederica, DE $93,784

Georgetown, DE $93,784 Greenwood, DE $93,784 Harbeson, DE $93,784 Harrington, DE $93,784 Hartly, DE $92,380 Houston, DE $93,784 Kenton, DE $92,424 Laurel, DE $92,800

Yorklyn, DE $91,887

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

Understanding how a Mechanical 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 January 01, 2026

$83,571

Average $90,617/year

$98,361

$6,964

Average $7,551/month

$8,197

$1,607

Average $1,743/week

$1,892

$40

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,361	$8,197	$1,892	$47
Average	$90,617	$7,551	$1,743	$44
25th Percentile	$83,571	$6,964	$1,607	$40

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