What are the main factors that influence a Control Systems Engineer V's salary?

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

How does experience change A Control Systems Engineer 's salary?

A Control Systems Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Control Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $108,999, a Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,896, a Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,511, a Control Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $166,821, a Automation Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $169,567,

What are the highest paying states for a Control Systems Engineer V?

Control Systems Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Control Systems Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $181,980, California $181,290, Massachusetts $178,870. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Control Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Control Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Systems Simulation Engineer V: $173,920; Release Engineer V: $171,936; Enterprise Systems Engineer V: $165,300; Systems Engineer V: $165,271; Automation Engineer V: $164,400.

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Control Systems Engineer V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Control Systems Engineer V make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Control Systems Engineer V in Delaware is $166,830 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

However, a Control Systems Engineer V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $194,990
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $155,920 to $181,570
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $145,987

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Control Systems Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,570	$15,131	$3,492	$87
Average	$166,830	$13,903	$3,208	$80
25th Percentile	$155,920	$12,993	$2,998	$75

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Key Factors That Influence Control Systems Engineer V Salaries

A Control Systems Engineer V'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 Control Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Control Systems Engineer V'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:

Control Systems Engineer II (2-4 years): $108,999
Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years): $123,896
Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years): $151,511
Control Systems Engineer V (7-10 years): $166,821
Automation Engineering Manager (10+ years): $169,567

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Control Systems Engineer II	2-4 years	$108,999
Control Systems Engineer III	4-7 years	$123,896
Control Systems Engineer IV	7+ years	$151,511
Control Systems Engineer V	7-10 years	$166,821
Automation Engineering Manager	10+ years	$169,567

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How Do Control Systems Engineer V 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 Control Systems Engineer Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $181,980.
California: $181,290.
Massachusetts: $178,870.

District of Columbia $181,980 California $181,290 Massachusetts $178,870 Washington $178,220 New Jersey $178,150 Alaska $177,920 Connecticut $175,650 New York $174,730

Hawaii $171,790 Rhode Island $170,410 Maryland $169,470 Minnesota $168,190 Colorado $167,700 Illinois $167,530 Oregon $166,910 Delaware $166,450

New Hampshire $166,160 Virginia $165,510 Pennsylvania $163,620 Nevada $162,670 North Dakota $162,360 Michigan $161,860 Wisconsin $161,680 Vermont $161,320

Texas $160,320 Maine $160,250 Arizona $160,150 Ohio $160,040 Georgia $158,530 Indiana $157,770 Wyoming $157,620 Utah $157,390

Iowa $157,290 Kansas $156,500 Louisiana $156,270 North Carolina $156,190 Missouri $156,160 Florida $155,520 Montana $155,170 Nebraska $154,840

Kentucky $154,660 South Carolina $154,010 Tennessee $153,600 Idaho $153,430 New Mexico $152,230 Oklahoma $151,970 Alabama $151,000 South Dakota $149,370

Arkansas $148,480 West Virginia $148,010 Mississippi $146,580

Top Paying Cities for Control Systems Engineer Vs

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: $172,270
Little Creek: $170,670
Magnolia: $171,380

Lincoln, DE $172,270 Little Creek, DE $170,670 Magnolia, DE $171,380 Milford, DE $172,270 Marydel, DE $170,030 Millsboro, DE $172,270 Millville, DE $173,420 Milton, DE $172,270

Nassau, DE $172,270 Ocean View, DE $173,420 Rehoboth Beach, DE $173,420 Seaford, DE $170,460 Selbyville, DE $173,420 Smyrna, DE $169,830 Viola, DE $171,380 Woodside, DE $170,890

Bear, DE $168,580 Newark, DE $168,650 Claymont, DE $168,780 Delaware City, DE $168,650 Hockessin, DE $168,780 Kirkwood, DE $168,650 Middletown, DE $169,490 Montchanin, DE $168,780

New Castle, DE $168,780 Odessa, DE $169,720 Port Penn, DE $168,190 Rockland, DE $168,780 Saint Georges, DE $168,650 Townsend, DE $169,470 Winterthur, DE $168,780 Lewes, DE $172,270

Wilmington, DE $168,780 Dover, DE $170,590 Dover Afb, DE $170,980 Bethany Beach, DE $173,420 Bethel, DE $170,460 Bridgeville, DE $172,270 Camden Wyoming, DE $170,770 Cheswold, DE $170,200

Clayton, DE $169,770 Dagsboro, DE $173,420 Delmar, DE $170,460 Ellendale, DE $172,270 Felton, DE $172,270 Fenwick Island, DE $173,420 Frankford, DE $173,420 Frederica, DE $172,270

Georgetown, DE $172,270 Greenwood, DE $172,270 Harbeson, DE $172,270 Harrington, DE $172,270 Hartly, DE $169,690 Houston, DE $172,270 Kenton, DE $169,770 Laurel, DE $170,460

Yorklyn, DE $168,780

Control Systems Engineer V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Control Systems Engineer V'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.

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$155,920

Average $166,830/year

$181,570

$12,993

Average $13,903/month

$15,131

$2,998

Average $3,208/week

$3,492

$75

Average $80/hour

$87

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,570	$15,131	$3,492	$87
Average	$166,830	$13,903	$3,208	$80
25th Percentile	$155,920	$12,993	$2,998	$75

Control Systems Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Control Systems Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Automation Engineering Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $169,600 - a projected growth of 2% over your current level.

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