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How much does a Senior Process Engineer make in the United States? The average Senior Process Engineer salary in the United States is $111,203 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $102,333 and $119,183. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Senior Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Process Engineer Salary $94,257 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Process Engineer Salary $102,333 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Process Engineer Salary $111,203 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Process Engineer Salary $119,183 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Process Engineer Salary $126,448 US March 26, 2024
25% $102,333 10% $94,257 90% $126,448 75% $119,183 $111,203 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Process Engineer 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 Senior Process Engineer 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, Senior Process Engineer may act as a knowledge resource and guide for less experienced engineers. May work on processes for new or more complex products. Requires a bachelor's degree of engineering. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Senior Process Engineer contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Senior Process Engineer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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