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.
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Donate via PayPalAU Typical Range
$80k – $145k
AU Median
$108k
NZ Typical Range
NZD $75k – $128k
Salary by experience level
Graduate (0–2 yrs)
Engineer (2–5 yrs)
Senior (5+ yrs)
Estimated take-home pay (AU median)
Based on $108k gross, ATO 2026–27 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.
Annual
$82,920
Monthly
$6,910
Fortnightly
$3,189
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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 $82,920 per year ($6,910 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2026–27 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.