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How much does Senior Process Development Engineer make?
Total pay range
$137K - $211K/yr
$169K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$105K - $152K/yrBase pay
$32K - $60K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025282 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Senior Process Development Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $161,419, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $149,773 and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $131,487.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Process Development Engineer salaries
The average salary for Senior Process Development Engineer is $169,001 per year or $81 per hour, with top earners making up to $256,488 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $137,337 (25th percentile) to $211,243 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 282 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Process Development Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Senior Process Development Engineer is $211,243 per year, $17,604 per month or $102 per hour.
The lowest salary for Senior Process Development Engineer is $137,337 per year, $11,445 per month or $66 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Senior Process Development Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $117,620 per year (estimate) and goes up to $237,763 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Popular companies for Senior Process Development Engineers
IBM
ALSTOM
Dendreon
Xilinx
Codexis