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How much does a Process Development Engineer I make in California? The average Process Development Engineer I salary in California is $84,390 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $78,890 and $90,790. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Process Development Engineer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Development Engineer I Salary $73,883 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Process Development Engineer I Salary $78,890 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Process Development Engineer I Salary $84,390 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Process Development Engineer I Salary $90,790 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Process Development Engineer I Salary $96,617 CA March 26, 2024
25% $78,890 10% $73,883 90% $96,617 75% $90,790 $84,390 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Process Development Engineer I collects production data and applies standard scientific and statistical methods to analyze, document, and diagram production processes. Develops and optimizes continuous production and manufacturing processes to achieve the output, quality, and cost goals of the organization. Being a Process Development Engineer I recommends changes or upgrades to equipment, work methods, or other aspects of the process to improve efficiency and utilization of resources including labor, energy and raw materials. Identifies process bottlenecks and devises solutions to resolve. In addition, Process Development Engineer I requires a bachelor's degree of engineering. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Process Development Engineer I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Process Development Engineer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Process Development Engineer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Intermediate Process Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $80,633 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $81,780 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $84,687 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $80,480 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $78,414 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $83,463 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $80,862 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $76,195 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $93,332 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $93,102 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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