Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Salary in the United States

How much does an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II in the United States is $95,720 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,814
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,001 to $103,621
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,974
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Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $103,621 $8,635 $1,993 $50
Average $95,720 $7,977 $1,841 $46
25th Percentile $88,001 $7,333 $1,692 $42
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Key Factors That Influence Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Salaries

An Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $77,140
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $95,139
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,441
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,561
  • Expert (over 8 years): $146,704
Levels Salary
Industria... Level Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II$77,140
Industria... Level Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II$95,139
Industria... Level Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II$111,441
Industria... Level Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II$124,561
Industria... Level Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II$146,704
$77,140 0 yr
$95,139 < 2 yrs
$111,441 2-4 yrs
$124,561 5-8 yrs
$146,704 > 8 yrs
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How Do Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Industrial Production Optimization Engineer IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $105,981.
  • California: $105,579.
  • Massachusetts: $104,172.

Top Paying Cities for Industrial Production Optimization Engineer IIs

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:

  • San Jose: $120,732
  • San Francisco: $119,410
  • Oakland: $116,893

What Skills Can Increase an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.84% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Material Handling (Mentioned in 2.07% Job Postings): Material handling involves short-distance movement within the confines of a building or between a building and a transportation vehicle. It uses a wide range of manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment and includes consideration of the protection, storage, and control of materials throughout their manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, consumption, and disposal. Material handling can be used to create time and place utility through the handling, storage, and control of material, as distinct from manufacturing, which creates form utility by changing the shape, form, and makeup of material.
  • Project Engineering (Mentioned in 1.16% Job Postings): Project engineering includes all parts of the design of manufacturing or processing facilities, either new or modifications to and expansions of existing facilities. A "project" consists of a coordinated series of activities or tasks performed by engineers, designers, drafters and others from one or more engineering disciplines or departments. Project tasks consist of such things as performing calculations, writing specifications, preparing bids, reviewing equipment proposals and evaluating or selecting equipment and preparing various lists, such as equipment and materials lists, and creating drawings such as electrical, piping and instrumentation diagrams, physical layouts and other drawings used in design and construction. A small project may be under the direction of a project engineer. Large projects are typically under the direction of a project manager or management team. Some facilities have in house staff to handle small projects, while some major companies have a department that does internal project engineering. Large projects are typically contracted out to engineering companies. Staffing at engineering companies varies according to the work load and duration of employment may only last until an individual's tasks are completed.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 7.84%
Material Handling 2.07%
Project Engineering 1.16%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II's salary.
  • AWS: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Sustainability: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
AWS
$113,907
19%
Sustainability
$111,993
17%
Collaboration
$110,078
15%
Insight
$106,249
11%
Team Operations
$106,249
11%
Teamwork
$106,249
11%
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Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Industrial Production Optimization Engineer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$119,650$58.025%
Pharmaceuticals$114,864$55.020%
Internet$110,078$53.015%
Software & Networking$110,078$53.015%
Energy & Utilities$105,292$51.010%

How Education impacts an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Industrial Production Optimization Engineer IIs enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II with a Bachelor's Degree is between $88,940 and $93,909).

Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 0.6%
Associates 1.7%
Bachelors 50.6%
Masters 44.5%
Doctorate 2.6%
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Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II

Salaries for an Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $87,168 in 2023 to around $86,918 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Industrial Production Optimization Engineer II Over Time

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$87,168
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$87,250
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2024 $87,250
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