As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Improvement Engineer in Raleigh, NC is $88,598, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,704 weekly, or $7,383 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Improvement Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Process Improvement Engineer in Raleigh, NC vary widely, spanning from $76,581 to $101,230. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,308) and 75th percentile ($95,210), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,230 per year. This $12,902 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Raleigh Process Improvement Engineer often earn 3.2% lower than national averages. However, Raleigh currently ranks 417 statewide for Process 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
Process Improvement Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Improvement Engineer Salary $76,581 Raleigh, NC June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Improvement Engineer Salary $82,308 Raleigh, NC June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Improvement Engineer Salary $88,598 Raleigh, NC June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Improvement Engineer Salary $95,210 Raleigh, NC June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Improvement Engineer Salary $101,230 Raleigh, NC June 01, 2026
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    Process Engineer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Process Improvement Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Process Engineer III

    4 - 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 Process Improvement Engineer in Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Process Improvement Engineer ranges from $82,308 to $95,210 with the average base salary of $88,598. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $80,759 to $94,304 with the average total cash compensation of $87,534.

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