Project Engineer Salary in Perth (2026)

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Project Engineers in Perth earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $125,000 and $200,000. That sits 60% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 50 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 23% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↓ -11 listings vs last month
💰 Project Engineer · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$125,000 – $200,000
Median: $160,000
May $160k
Jun $160k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $125,000 – $198,320
Senior level $160,000 – $200,000
Overall $125k–$200k Mid $125k–$198k Senior $160k–$200k $121k $138k $155k $172k $189k $206k
Moderate confidence 50 listings (-11 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.

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Understanding the Perth Market

Project engineers in Perth earn $160k at the median, 60% above the city's all-roles figure, though demand eased from 61 to 50 listings. That $160k rate is remarkably uniform nationally, matched in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney, so Perth pays the going rate rather than a mining premium at the median. The level split is tight, mid at $160k, senior at $170k, a modest $10k step that suggests the role peaks early and rewards moving into management. The band ($125k to $200k) reflects resources and infrastructure project premiums.

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 Project Engineer in Perth?
Project engineers in Perth start their mid band around $125k, already high because the role requires an engineering degree and project exposure. The lift toward the top comes from sector and registration: resources, energy and major-infrastructure projects, plus chartered status (CPEng), separate the higher earners. Client-side experience pays above contractor roles.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes, strongly. At $160k the median project engineer earns 60% above Perth's all-roles median and nets roughly $112,500 after tax, top-tier pay, though note Perth's baseline is mining-inflated so the real premium is smaller than it looks. The role still sits firmly in the upper tier, and the national rate is consistent, so this is reliably strong money.
How much does a Senior Project Engineer make in Perth?
Senior project engineers in Perth sit at a $170k median, only $10k above mid, which signals the role plateaus and the next raise comes from moving into Project or Site Manager ($175k) roles. Getting to the top of the band ($200k) means chartered status (CPEng) plus leading larger resources or infrastructure packages, a scope-and-credential step rather than added years.

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Project Engineer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $160,000 —
Brisbane $160,000 ~same
Melbourne $160,000 ~same
Sydney $160,000 ~same
Adelaide $127,500 -20%

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