Electrical Engineer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Electrical Engineers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $150,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $115,750 and $201,778. That sits 67% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 34 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 52th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +6 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$115,750 – $201,778

Median: $150,000

Aug $150k

Sep $150k

→ Stable

Based on 2-month data, short-term movement only.

Mid level	$115,000 – $176,000
Senior level	$137,000 – $231,016

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 34 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 22.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 77.1% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

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Bottom 10% $115,750 Median $150,000 $201,778 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

The median held at $150,000 with listings rising from 28 to 34. Perth pays $160,000 and Sydney trails badly at $127,000, so Brisbane sits comfortably second nationally. The senior band runs $137,000 to $231,000 on 15 listings against a mid band topping out at $176,000, so the tiering is genuine and the step is worth $35,000 on median. Only 23% of listings stated a salary, so treat the precision with care.

Take Home Pay (based on median $150,000)

Weekly (net)

~$2,047

Monthly (net)

~$8,869

Annual (net)

~$106,433

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $167,250

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Electrical Engineer in Brisbane?

The $115,000 floor assumes an accredited engineering degree and usually RPEQ registration or progress toward it, which is a Queensland-specific requirement. Graduate roles sit below this range under a different title. Power systems, protection and high voltage design are the specialisations that appear most often above the median.

Is $150,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes, strongly. At $150,000 an electrical engineer earns 66.7% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $2,047 a week and moderate living costs. Sydney pays $23,000 less for the same discipline at far higher housing costs. Only project management at $164,000 pays more among Brisbane engineering and delivery roles.

How much does a Senior Electrical Engineer make in Brisbane?

Senior listings run $137,000 to $231,000 with a median of $160,000, from 15 listings. RPEQ registration is the gate, and beyond it the money is in principal engineer, design authority or engineering management roles. Resources and grid infrastructure clients are what support the upper end.

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Electrical Engineer salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$150,000	0%
Perth	$160,000	+7%
Sydney	$127,500	-15%

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