Industrial Systems Optimization Director Salary in Michigan

How much does an Industrial Systems Optimization Director make in Michigan?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Industrial Systems Optimization Director in Michigan is $161,090 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

However, an Industrial Systems Optimization Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $206,750
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $151,090 to $184,990
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $141,986
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
AI-Powered HR
Recruit with AI
Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits
Paid Annually Paid Monthly Paid Semimonthly Paid Biweekly Paid Weekly Paid Hourly
View as table View as graph 25% $151,090 10% $141,986 90% $206,750 75% $184,990 $161,090 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Industrial Systems Optimization Director Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $184,990 $15,416 $3,558 $89
Average $161,090 $13,424 $3,098 $77
25th Percentile $151,090 $12,591 $2,906 $73
Check out Industrial Systems Optimization Director Job Openings in Michigan
Industrial Electrician

McGinnis Electrical Contracting Company - MC KEES ROCKS, PA

Director of Health Services

Sapphire at The Amber Assisted Living - CLATSKANIE, OR

Director of Nursing Services

Baptist Homes of Shelbina - SHELBINA, MO

Director of Nursing

Estates at Excelsior - EXCELSIOR, MN

Search More Industrial Systems Optimization Director Jobs in Michigan
Select State
Select City in MI
Choose Similar Job
Choose Category
Cost of Living
Average Salary for United States
See it in Action

Key Factors That Influence Industrial Systems Optimization Director Salaries

An Industrial Systems Optimization Director'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 Industrial Systems Optimization Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Industrial Systems Optimization Director'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:

  • Industrial Research Engineer IV (7+ years): $123,420
  • Expert Industrial Engineer (7-10 years): $145,360
  • Industrial Operations Research Manager (10+ years): $129,950
  • Industrial Engineering Planning Manager, Sr. (10+ years): $154,437
  • Industrial Systems Optimization Director (10+ years): $161,042
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Industrial Research Engineer IV7+ years$123,420
Expert Industrial Engineer7-10 years$145,360
Industrial Operations Research Manager10+ years$129,950
Industrial Engineering Planning Manager, Sr.10+ years$154,437
Industrial Systems Optimization Director10+ years$161,042
$123,420 Industria...
$145,360 Expert In...
$129,950 Industria...
$154,437 Industria...
$161,042 Industria...
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Industrial Systems Optimization Directors

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:

  • Davison: $155,290
  • Decker: $153,390
  • Deckerville: $152,890

Industrial Systems Optimization Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Industrial Systems Optimization Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $180,178. While startup companies pay approximate $152,377.

Industrial Systems Optimization Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$152,377
Growth Stage51~500$161,162
Established501~5000$173,996
Enterprise5000+$180,178

Industrial Systems Optimization Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Industrial Systems Optimization Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 85% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Industrial Systems Optimization Director positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Industrial Systems Optimization Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Industrial Systems Optimization Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$225,526$108.040%
Biotechnology$201,362$97.025%
Energy & Utilities$193,308$93.020%
Software & Networking$193,308$93.020%
Financial Services$185,254$89.015%

Industrial Systems Optimization Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Industrial Systems Optimization Director'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.

  • Yearly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
  • Table View
Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$151,090
Average $161,090/year
$184,990
$12,591
Average $13,424/month
$15,416
$2,906
Average $3,098/week
$3,558
$73
Average $77/hour
$89
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $184,990 $15,416 $3,558 $89
Average $161,090 $13,424 $3,098 $77
25th Percentile $151,090 $12,591 $2,906 $73

Salaries of jobs related to Industrial Systems Optimization Director

Find Your Next Industrial Systems Optimization Director Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Industrial Systems Optimization Director job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Michigan

Cost of Living in Michigan is
-1.5% Lower
than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator
Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting
See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst
lower level job