Engineering

Electrical Engineer Salary in Australia

Electrical Engineers design power systems, electronics, and control systems. Renewable energy growth has expanded Seek demand for electrical engineers significantly, with solar and grid-scale battery projects adding new high-paying specialist roles.

AU Typical Range

$80k$145k

AU Median

$108k

NZ Typical Range

NZD $75k$128k

Salary by experience level

Graduate (0–2 yrs)

AU$68k – $90k
NZNZD $62k – $82k

Engineer (2–5 yrs)

AU$90k – $120k
NZNZD $82k – $108k

Senior (5+ yrs)

AU$120k – $158k
NZNZD $108k – $140k

Estimated take-home pay (AU median)

Based on $108k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.

Annual

$80,273

Monthly

$6,689

Fortnightly

$3,087

Common employers on Seek

TransGridAGLOrigin EnergyElectraNetJohn HollandVentia

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average Electrical Engineer salary in Australia?

The average Electrical Engineer salary in Australia is around $108k per year, with a typical Seek range of $80k – $145k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.

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What does a Electrical Engineer take home after tax in Australia?

At the median salary of $108k, take-home pay is approximately $80,273 per year ($6,689 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.

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