As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Brookings, SD is $89,061, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,713 weekly, or $7,422 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Continuous Improvement Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Continuous Improvement Engineer in Brookings, SD vary widely, spanning from $75,570 to $102,611. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,999) and 75th percentile ($96,154), while top earners (90th percentile) make $102,611 per year. This $14,155 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Equipment Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Brookings Continuous Improvement Engineer often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Brookings currently ranks 669 statewide for Continuous Improvement Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Continuous Improvement Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $75,570 Brookings, SD August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $81,999 Brookings, SD August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $89,061 Brookings, SD August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $96,154 Brookings, SD August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary $102,611 Brookings, SD August 01, 2026
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    Civil Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Brookings, South Dakota    Brookings is a city in Brookings County, South Dakota, United States. Brookings is the fourth largest city in South Dakota, with a population of 22,05....More

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