As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Production Engineer I in the United States is $78,653. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $72,862 to $84,159, with most professionals earning between $67,590 and $89,172.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $84,159 | $7,013 | $1,618 | $40 |
| Average | $78,653 | $6,554 | $1,513 | $38 |
| 25th Percentile | $72,862 | $6,072 | $1,401 | $35 |
An entry-level Production Engineer I with less than 1 year of experience earns about $78,221. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $78,817. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $80,050. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $80,297, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $80,461.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Production Engineer I | $78,221 |
| Intermediate Level Production Engineer I | $78,817 |
| Senior Level Production Engineer I | $80,050 |
| Specialist Level Production Engineer I | $80,297 |
| Expert Level Production Engineer I | $80,461 |
| Entry Level | 1% |
| Mid Level | 0% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 2% |
| Experienced | 2% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Production Engineer I compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $68,679 in 2023 to approximately $68,907 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Production Engineer I salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $78,653 | 70.3% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $6,017 | 5.4% | ||
| 401K/403B | $3,303 | 3.0% | ||
| Disability | $1,573 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 7.5% | ||
| Pension | $4,247 | 3.8% | ||
| Time Off | $9,680 | 8.7% | ||
| Total Compensation | $111,826 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 10.4% |
| Associates | 7.8% |
| Bachelors | 69.6% |
| Masters | 11.3% |
| Doctorate | 0.9% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Production Engineer I is $78,653. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Production Engineer I is $38; the average weekly pay of Production Engineer I is $1,513; the average monthly pay of Production Engineer I is $6,554.
A Production Engineer I's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Production Engineer I earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Production Engineer I is $99,205.
The highest pay for Production Engineer I is $89,172.
The lowest pay for Production Engineer I is $67,590.
Plans and designs methods to improve production processes. Reviews existing processes and develops solutions to increase productivity or reduce costs. Ensures compliance with approved production methods and quality standards. May require bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed.
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
Problem Solving: Analyzing and identifying the root cause of problems and applying critical thinking skills to solve problems.
Casting: Casting is a manufacturing process in which a liquid material is usually poured into a mold, which contains a hollow cavity of the desired shape, and then allowed to solidify. It is used for making complex shapes that would be otherwise difficult.
Product Quality: Product quality refers to how well a product satisfies customer needs, serves its purpose and meets industry standards. When evaluating product quality, businesses consider several key factors, including whether a product solves a problem, works efficiently or suits customers' purposes.
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