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 $116,192, a Process Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $141,989, a Process Engineering Supervisor (7+ years)earns $123,961, a Process Engineering Manager (7+ years)earns $150,469, a Lead Process Engineer (7+ years)earns $193,422,

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 $204,593, California $203,817, Massachusetts $201,101. 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: Chemical Process Engineer, Specialist/Project Lead: $150,941; Chemical Process Engineer IV: $142,145; Global Process Lead: $140,081; Validation Process Engineer IV: $138,450; Manufacturing Process Engineer IV: $134,700.

Lead Process Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Lead Process Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Process Engineer in Hawaii is $193,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $93.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $212,755
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $179,243 to $203,388
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $166,627

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Lead Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$203,388	$16,949	$3,911	$98
Average	$193,100	$16,092	$3,713	$93
25th Percentile	$179,243	$14,937	$3,447	$86

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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): $116,192
Early Career (1-2 years): $141,989
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,961
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $150,469
Expert (over 8 years): $193,422

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Process E... Level Lead Process Engineer	$116,192
Process E... Level Lead Process Engineer	$141,989
Process E... Level Lead Process Engineer	$123,961
Process E... Level Lead Process Engineer	$150,469
Lead Proc... Level Lead Process Engineer	$193,422

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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: $204,593.
California: $203,817.
Massachusetts: $201,101.

District of Columbia $204,593 California $203,817 Massachusetts $201,101 Washington $200,362 New Jersey $200,288 Alaska $200,029 Connecticut $197,479 New York $196,444

Hawaii $193,136 Rhode Island $191,584 Maryland $190,531 Minnesota $189,090 Colorado $188,535 Illinois $188,351 Oregon $187,648 Delaware $187,131

New Hampshire $186,806 Virginia $186,078 Pennsylvania $183,953 Nevada $182,881 North Dakota $182,530 Michigan $181,975 Wisconsin $181,772 Vermont $181,366

Texas $180,239 Maine $180,165 Arizona $180,054 Ohio $179,924 Georgia $178,224 Indiana $177,374 Wyoming $177,208 Utah $176,949

Iowa $176,838 Kansas $175,952 Louisiana $175,693 North Carolina $175,600 Missouri $175,563 Florida $174,843 Montana $174,455 Nebraska $174,085

Kentucky $173,882 South Carolina $173,143 Tennessee $172,681 Idaho $172,496 New Mexico $171,147 Oklahoma $170,851 Alabama $169,761 South Dakota $167,932

Arkansas $166,934 West Virginia $166,398 Mississippi $164,791

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:

Aiea: $192,157
Anahola: $190,864
Captain Cook: $190,864

Aiea, HI $192,157 Anahola, HI $190,864 Captain Cook, HI $190,864 Eleele, HI $190,864 Ewa Beach, HI $192,157 Kapolei, HI $191,732 Haiku, HI $190,864 Hakalau, HI $190,864

Haleiwa, HI $190,864 Hana, HI $190,864 Hanalei, HI $190,864 Hanamaulu, HI $190,864 Hanapepe, HI $190,864 Hauula, HI $191,289 Hawaii National Park, HI $190,864 Hawi, HI $190,864

Hilo, HI $190,864 Princeville, HI $190,864 Holualoa, HI $190,864 Honaunau, HI $190,864 Honokaa, HI $190,864 Honomu, HI $190,864 Hoolehua, HI $190,864 Kaaawa, HI $191,640

Kahuku, HI $190,864 Kahului, HI $190,864 Kailua, HI $192,157 Ocean View, HI $190,864 Waikoloa, HI $190,864 Keauhou, HI $190,864 Kailua Kona, HI $190,864 Kalaheo, HI $190,864

Kalaupapa, HI $190,864 Kamuela, HI $190,864 Kaneohe, HI $192,157 Kapaa, HI $190,864 Kaumakani, HI $190,864 Kaunakakai, HI $190,864 Keaau, HI $190,864 Kealakekua, HI $190,864

Kealia, HI $190,864 Kekaha, HI $190,864 Kihei, HI $190,864 Kilauea, HI $190,864 Kapaau, HI $190,864 Koloa, HI $190,864 Kualapuu, HI $190,864 Kunia, HI $191,547

Kurtistown, HI $190,864 Lahaina, HI $190,864 Laie, HI $191,030 Lanai City, HI $190,864 Laupahoehoe, HI $190,864 Lawai, HI $190,864 Lihue, HI $190,864 Makawao, HI $190,864

Makaweli, HI $190,864 Maunaloa, HI $190,864 Mountain View, HI $190,864 Naalehu, HI $190,864 Ninole, HI $190,864 Ookala, HI $190,864 Paauilo, HI $190,864 Pahala, HI $190,864

Pahoa, HI $190,864 Paia, HI $190,864 Papaaloa, HI $190,864 Papaikou, HI $190,864 Pearl City, HI $192,157 Pepeekeo, HI $190,864 Puunene, HI $190,864 Volcano, HI $190,864

Wahiawa, HI $191,547 Pukalani, HI $190,864 Mililani, HI $191,806 Kula, HI $190,864 Waialua, HI $190,864 Waianae, HI $191,030 Wailuku, HI $190,864 Waimanalo, HI $192,157

Waimea, HI $190,864 Waipahu, HI $192,065 Honolulu, HI $192,157 J B P H H, HI $192,157 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $191,640 Schofield Barracks, HI $191,473 Fort Shafter, HI $192,157 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $192,157

Camp H M Smith, HI $192,157 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $192,065 Wake Island, HI $192,157

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 May 18, 2021

$179,243

Average $193,100/year

$203,388

$14,937

Average $16,092/month

$16,949

$3,447

Average $3,713/week

$3,911

$86

Average $93/hour

$98

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$203,388	$16,949	$3,911	$98
Average	$193,100	$16,092	$3,713	$93
25th Percentile	$179,243	$14,937	$3,447	$86

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