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

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

How does experience change A Process Engineer 's salary?

A Process Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Process Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $87,860, a Process Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,711, a Process Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $111,816, a Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,642, a Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $119,293,

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

Process Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Process Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $109,860, California $109,443, Massachusetts $107,984. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Process Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Process Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineer II: $105,086; Chemical Process Design Engineer II: $102,400; Chemical Process Development Engineer II: $102,320; Chemical Process Engineer II: $102,313; Process Engineer: $100,317.

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Process Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Process Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Process Engineer II in Delaware is $100,711 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,039
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,576 to $108,211
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,079

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Process Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,211	$9,018	$2,081	$52
Average	$100,711	$8,393	$1,937	$48
25th Percentile	$93,576	$7,798	$1,800	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Process Engineer II Salaries

A Process Engineer II'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 Process Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Process Engineer II'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:

Process Engineer I (0-2 years): $87,860
Process Engineer II (2-4 years): $100,711
Process Engineer III (4-7 years): $111,816
Process Engineer IV (7+ years): $136,642
Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years): $119,293

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Process Engineer I	0-2 years	$87,860
Process Engineer II	2-4 years	$100,711
Process Engineer III	4-7 years	$111,816
Process Engineer IV	7+ years	$136,642
Process Engineering Supervisor	7+ years	$119,293

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How Do Process Engineer II 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 Process Engineer IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $109,860.
California: $109,443.
Massachusetts: $107,984.

District of Columbia $109,860 California $109,443 Massachusetts $107,984 Washington $107,587 New Jersey $107,548 Alaska $107,409 Connecticut $106,040 New York $105,484

Hawaii $103,708 Rhode Island $102,874 Maryland $102,309 Minnesota $101,535 Colorado $101,237 Illinois $101,138 Oregon $100,761 Delaware $100,483

New Hampshire $100,308 Virginia $99,918 Pennsylvania $98,776 Nevada $98,201 North Dakota $98,012 Michigan $97,715 Wisconsin $97,606 Vermont $97,387

Texas $96,782 Maine $96,742 Arizona $96,683 Ohio $96,613 Georgia $95,701 Indiana $95,244 Wyoming $95,155 Utah $95,016

Iowa $94,956 Kansas $94,480 Louisiana $94,341 North Carolina $94,292 Missouri $94,272 Florida $93,885 Montana $93,676 Nebraska $93,478

Kentucky $93,369 South Carolina $92,972 Tennessee $92,724 Idaho $92,625 New Mexico $91,900 Oklahoma $91,742 Alabama $91,156 South Dakota $90,174

Arkansas $89,638 West Virginia $89,350 Mississippi $88,487

Top Paying Cities for Process Engineer IIs

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: $103,996
Little Creek: $103,033
Magnolia: $103,460

Lincoln, DE $103,996 Little Creek, DE $103,033 Magnolia, DE $103,460 Milford, DE $103,996 Marydel, DE $102,646 Millsboro, DE $103,996 Millville, DE $104,690 Milton, DE $103,996

Nassau, DE $103,996 Ocean View, DE $104,690 Rehoboth Beach, DE $104,690 Seaford, DE $102,904 Selbyville, DE $104,690 Smyrna, DE $102,527 Viola, DE $103,460 Woodside, DE $103,162

Bear, DE $101,773 Newark, DE $101,813 Claymont, DE $101,892 Delaware City, DE $101,813 Hockessin, DE $101,892 Kirkwood, DE $101,813 Middletown, DE $102,319 Montchanin, DE $101,892

New Castle, DE $101,892 Odessa, DE $102,458 Port Penn, DE $101,535 Rockland, DE $101,892 Saint Georges, DE $101,813 Townsend, DE $102,309 Winterthur, DE $101,892 Lewes, DE $103,996

Wilmington, DE $101,892 Dover, DE $102,984 Dover Afb, DE $103,222 Bethany Beach, DE $104,690 Bethel, DE $102,904 Bridgeville, DE $103,996 Camden Wyoming, DE $103,093 Cheswold, DE $102,745

Clayton, DE $102,487 Dagsboro, DE $104,690 Delmar, DE $102,904 Ellendale, DE $103,996 Felton, DE $103,996 Fenwick Island, DE $104,690 Frankford, DE $104,690 Frederica, DE $103,996

Georgetown, DE $103,996 Greenwood, DE $103,996 Harbeson, DE $103,996 Harrington, DE $103,996 Hartly, DE $102,438 Houston, DE $103,996 Kenton, DE $102,487 Laurel, DE $102,904

Yorklyn, DE $101,892

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

Understanding how a Process Engineer II'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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$93,576

Average $100,711/year

$108,211

$7,798

Average $8,393/month

$9,018

$1,800

Average $1,937/week

$2,081

$45

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,211	$9,018	$2,081	$52
Average	$100,711	$8,393	$1,937	$48
25th Percentile	$93,576	$7,798	$1,800	$45

Process Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Process Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Process Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $111,816 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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