Electrical Engineer
Design, develop, and test electrical equipment and systems.
$105K
Median Salary
3%
Job Growth
$70K
Entry Salary
$145K
Senior Salary
Education:Bachelor's in Electrical EngineeringOutlook:AverageWork:Office/LabCategory:Engineering
Salary Estimator
Entry (0 yr)Mid (10 yr)Senior (20 yr)
$70,000
Entry Level
$88,750
Your Estimate
$145,000
Senior Level
Salary Range
$70K$105K median$145K
Key Skills
Circuit DesignMATLABPCB DesignSignal ProcessingPower Systems
Recommended Certifications
- 1PE License
- 2IEEE Certifications
Top Employers
IntelTexas InstrumentsQualcommSiemens
Education Path
To pursue a career as a Electrical Engineer, you will typically need: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering.
While job growth is moderate, skilled professionals continue to find opportunities. Specialization and certifications can improve prospects.
Data Sources: Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (2024–2025 edition). Job growth projections are 10-year estimates (2023–2033). Last updated March 2026.
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