As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in Raleigh, NC is $95,850, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,843 weekly, or $7,988 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Operations Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Operations Engineer in Raleigh, NC vary widely, spanning from $83,549 to $107,407. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,412) and 75th percentile ($101,900), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,407 per year. This $12,488 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Raleigh Operations Engineer often earn 3.3% lower than national averages. However, Raleigh currently ranks 417 statewide for Operations 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
Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $83,549 Raleigh, NC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $89,412 Raleigh, NC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $95,850 Raleigh, NC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $101,900 Raleigh, NC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $107,407 Raleigh, NC April 01, 2026
25% $89,412 10% $83,549 90% $107,407 75% $101,900 $95,850 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Operations Engineer in Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Operations Engineer ranges from $89,412 to $101,900 with the average base salary of $95,850. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,426 to $116,594 with the average total cash compensation of $104,852.

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