Electrical Engineer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Electrical Engineers in Sydney earn a median salary of $150,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $84,000 and $189,000. That sits 58% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 23 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 22th percentile in Sydney ↓ -2 listings vs last month
💰 Electrical Engineer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$84,000 – $189,000
Median: $150,000
May $132k
Jun $150k
↑ Trending up

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

Senior level $140,000 – $200,000
Overall $84k–$189k Senior $140k–$200k $81k $106k $131k $156k $181k $206k
⚠ Low confidence 23 listings (-2 vs last month) · 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%  $84,000 Median  $150,000 $189,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney electrical engineer pay jumped $17,905 this month to a $150k median, the biggest gain in this batch, likely as the mix shifted toward senior roles. Even so, Sydney trails Brisbane and Perth (both $160k) where resources and infrastructure work pulls harder. The 58% premium over Sydney's all-roles median is real, and the senior tier alone medians at $160k. Based on 23 listings, treat the month-on-month jump as directional.

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 Sydney?
There is no entry band here, and the $84k p10 sits well below the senior median, which tells you juniors are scarce in this sample. A relevant engineering degree is the baseline. Chartered status (CPEng) or a specialisation like power systems or high-voltage design is what pushes pay up, along with exposure to large infrastructure or utility projects.
Is $150,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $150k the median earns 58% above Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets about $106k after tax, strong money for a technical role. The catch is geographic: Perth and Brisbane both pay $160k for the same title, so resources and infrastructure markets pay a $10k premium over Sydney. Location-flexible engineers can do better elsewhere.
How much does a Senior Electrical Engineer make in Sydney?
Senior electrical engineers in Sydney earn a $160k median, reaching $200k at the p90 on 11 listings. Getting there means CPEng chartership plus ownership of design or delivery on major projects. Moving into a lead engineer or engineering manager role, or a niche like renewables or high-voltage, is what marks the senior step.

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Electrical Engineer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $150,000 —
Brisbane $160,000 +7%
Perth $160,000 +7%

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