Electrical Engineer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Electrical Engineers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $101,250 and $197,500. That sits 83% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 36 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 55th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +12 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$101,250 – $197,500

Median: $160,000

Jun $160k

Jul $160k

→ Stable

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

Mid level	$100,250 – $188,000
Senior level	$127,500 – $250,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 36 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 33.3% stated a salary directly. The remaining 66.7% 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.

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Bottom 10% $101,250 Median $160,000 $197,500 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane pays electrical engineers $160,000, ahead of Perth at $150,000, Sydney at $142,000 and Melbourne at $140,000, making it the strongest market in the country for this discipline. Listings rose 50% from 24 to 36 with the median unchanged, so Queensland infrastructure and resources work is pulling in engineers at an established rate. The senior band reaches $250,000 against a mid-band ceiling of $188,000, so unlike most roles here the seniority premium is real. At 33% salary disclosure the precision is moderate.

Take Home Pay (based on median $160,000)

Weekly (net)

~$2,164

Monthly (net)

~$9,378

Annual (net)

~$112,533

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $178,400

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 $101,000 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 HV design are the specialisations that appear most often above the median.

Is $160,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes, strongly. At $160,000 an electrical engineer earns 82.9% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home near $2,164 a week and moderate living costs. It is the highest figure for this role in the country and the cost-of-living comparison against Sydney widens the gap further. Only project management at $169,000 pays more among Brisbane engineering and delivery roles.

How much does a Senior Electrical Engineer make in Brisbane?

Senior listings run $127,000 to $250,000 with a median of $165,000, from 16 listings. RPEQ registration is the gate, and beyond it the money is in principal engineer, design authority or project engineering management roles. Resources and grid infrastructure clients are what support the $250,000 ceiling.

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Electrical Engineer salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$160,000	0%
Perth	$150,000	-6%
Sydney	$142,500	-11%
Melbourne	$140,000	-12%

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