What are the main factors that influence a Lean Manufacturing 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 Lean Manufacturing Engineer's salary?

A Lean Manufacturing Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Manufacturing Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $81,204, a Manufacturing Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $92,072, a Lean Manufacturing Engineer (4-7 years)earns $105,973, a Manufacturing Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $129,249, a Manufacturing Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $148,558,

What are the highest paying states for a Lean Manufacturing Engineer?

Lean Manufacturing Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lean Manufacturing Engineer roles are District of Columbia $115,789, California $115,350, Massachusetts $113,812. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lean Manufacturing Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lean Manufacturing Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lean Manufacturing Manager: $137,694; Lean Process Leader: $137,690; Lean Six Sigma Engineer: $119,696; Sr. Lean Manufacturing Practitioner: $116,390; Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Sr.: $116,324.

Lean Manufacturing Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lean Manufacturing Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lean Manufacturing Engineer in Delaware is $106,147 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,797
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,203 to $115,909
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,060

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Lean Manufacturing Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,909	$9,659	$2,229	$56
Average	$106,147	$8,846	$2,041	$51
25th Percentile	$97,203	$8,100	$1,869	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Lean Manufacturing Engineer Salaries

A Lean Manufacturing 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 Lean Manufacturing Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lean Manufacturing 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): $81,204
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,072
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,973
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,249
Expert (over 8 years): $148,558

Levels	Salary
Manufactu... Level Lean Manufacturing Engineer	$81,204
Manufactu... Level Lean Manufacturing Engineer	$92,072
Lean Manu... Level Lean Manufacturing Engineer	$105,973
Manufactu... Level Lean Manufacturing Engineer	$129,249
Manufactu... Level Lean Manufacturing Engineer	$148,558

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

District of Columbia: $115,789.
California: $115,350.
Massachusetts: $113,812.

District of Columbia $115,789 California $115,350 Massachusetts $113,812 Washington $113,394 New Jersey $113,352 Alaska $113,206 Connecticut $111,762 New York $111,177

Hawaii $109,305 Rhode Island $108,426 Maryland $107,830 Minnesota $107,015 Colorado $106,701 Illinois $106,596 Oregon $106,199 Delaware $105,906

New Hampshire $105,722 Virginia $105,310 Pennsylvania $104,107 Nevada $103,501 North Dakota $103,302 Michigan $102,988 Wisconsin $102,873 Vermont $102,643

Texas $102,005 Maine $101,964 Arizona $101,901 Ohio $101,828 Georgia $100,865 Indiana $100,384 Wyoming $100,290 Utah $100,144

Iowa $100,081 Kansas $99,579 Louisiana $99,433 North Carolina $99,380 Missouri $99,360 Florida $98,952 Montana $98,732 Nebraska $98,523

Kentucky $98,408 South Carolina $97,990 Tennessee $97,728 Idaho $97,624 New Mexico $96,860 Oklahoma $96,693 Alabama $96,076 South Dakota $95,040

Arkansas $94,476 West Virginia $94,172 Mississippi $93,263

Top Paying Cities for Lean Manufacturing 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: $109,608
Little Creek: $108,594
Magnolia: $109,043

Lincoln, DE $109,608 Little Creek, DE $108,594 Magnolia, DE $109,043 Milford, DE $109,608 Marydel, DE $108,186 Millsboro, DE $109,608 Millville, DE $110,340 Milton, DE $109,608

Nassau, DE $109,608 Ocean View, DE $110,340 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,340 Seaford, DE $108,458 Selbyville, DE $110,340 Smyrna, DE $108,060 Viola, DE $109,043 Woodside, DE $108,730

Bear, DE $107,266 Newark, DE $107,307 Claymont, DE $107,391 Delaware City, DE $107,307 Hockessin, DE $107,391 Kirkwood, DE $107,307 Middletown, DE $107,841 Montchanin, DE $107,391

New Castle, DE $107,391 Odessa, DE $107,987 Port Penn, DE $107,015 Rockland, DE $107,391 Saint Georges, DE $107,307 Townsend, DE $107,830 Winterthur, DE $107,391 Lewes, DE $109,608

Wilmington, DE $107,391 Dover, DE $108,541 Dover Afb, DE $108,792 Bethany Beach, DE $110,340 Bethel, DE $108,458 Bridgeville, DE $109,608 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,657 Cheswold, DE $108,291

Clayton, DE $108,019 Dagsboro, DE $110,340 Delmar, DE $108,458 Ellendale, DE $109,608 Felton, DE $109,608 Fenwick Island, DE $110,340 Frankford, DE $110,340 Frederica, DE $109,608

Georgetown, DE $109,608 Greenwood, DE $109,608 Harbeson, DE $109,608 Harrington, DE $109,608 Hartly, DE $107,966 Houston, DE $109,608 Kenton, DE $108,019 Laurel, DE $108,458

Yorklyn, DE $107,391

Lean Manufacturing Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lean Manufacturing 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

$97,203

Average $106,147/year

$115,909

$8,100

Average $8,846/month

$9,659

$1,869

Average $2,041/week

$2,229

$47

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,909	$9,659	$2,229	$56
Average	$106,147	$8,846	$2,041	$51
25th Percentile	$97,203	$8,100	$1,869	$47

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