Electrical Engineer Salary in Perth (2026)

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Electrical Engineers in Perth earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $110,000 and $251,376. That sits 60% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 29 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 46th percentile by listing volume in Perth
💰 Electrical Engineer · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$110,000 – $251,376
Median: $160,000
May $150k
Jun $160k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $102,500 – $199,520
Senior level $148,000 – $254,128
Overall $110k–$251k Mid $102k–$199k Senior $148k–$254k $99k $131k $164k $196k $229k $261k
⚠ Low confidence 29 listings · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $110,000 Median  $160,000 $251,376  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Electrical engineers in Perth carry an 88% spread, from $110k to $251k, one of the widest bands in the batch, and the $160k median sits 60% above the city's $100k benchmark. That range is the resources sector at work: standard commercial roles anchor the bottom while mining, oil and gas projects pull the top far higher. The median rose $10k on the month. Brisbane matches Perth at $160k, but the WA ceiling is higher.

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 Perth?
The mid tier floor is around $102.5k (p10), so even a junior electrical engineer in Perth clears six figures. A degree with professional registration (RPEQ or Engineers Australia CPEng pathway), plus exposure to resources or infrastructure projects, is what moves an early hire toward the $150k mid-tier median.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes. At $160k the median is 60% above Perth's all-roles median and nets roughly $112.5k, strong in a moderate-cost city. Even accounting for Perth's resources-inflated benchmark, electrical engineering clears it comfortably. The wide band means the biggest upside sits in project and site-based resources work rather than office design roles.
How much does a Senior Electrical Engineer make in Perth?
Senior electrical engineers in Perth sit at $160k, with the band reaching $254k (p90) on major resources projects. The jump from mid comes from chartered status, owning the electrical scope on a large capital project, and moving toward lead-engineer or engineering-management responsibility on site.

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Electrical Engineer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $160,000 —
Brisbane $160,000 ~same
Sydney $150,000 -6%

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