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How much do electric engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for electric engineer in the United States is $106,386.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Electric Engineer vs Electrical Technician?

AspectElectric EngineerElectrical Technician
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fieldAssociate's degree or technical certification in electrical technology
Work EnvironmentDesign, development, and analysis of electrical systems; project planningInstallation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment
Job ResponsibilitiesCreating electrical designs, overseeing projects, ensuring code compliancePerforming repairs, testing systems, assisting engineers
Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, energy, aerospaceManufacturing plants, maintenance departments, utilities

Electric Engineers focus on designing and developing electrical systems, requiring a bachelor's degree, while Electrical Technicians handle installation and maintenance tasks with technical certifications. Both roles are essential in the electrical industry but differ in scope and responsibilities.

Are electrical engineers still in demand?

Electrical engineers are currently in demand due to ongoing infrastructure development, renewable energy projects, and advancements in automation and electronics. The profession requires strong technical skills, proficiency with design software, and often a professional engineering license, which can enhance job prospects.

What does an electrical engineer do?

An electrical engineer designs, develops, tests, and supervises electrical systems and components used in various industries such as power generation, electronics, and telecommunications. They work with tools like circuit diagrams and simulation software, often requiring knowledge of safety standards and certifications. Their tasks include creating electrical schematics, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring systems meet technical specifications.
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Infographic showing various Electric Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,386 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

Project Engineer, Electric Transmission Line

Pacific Gas and Electric Company

Oakland, CA • On-site

$120K - $183K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Pacific Gas and Electric Company rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Requisition ID # 173614
Job Category: Engineering / Science
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
The hardworking coworkers of Electric Engineering ensure all manners of electric engineering-including electric standards and process safety, electric design engineering, instrumentation testing and controls, undergrounding, electric regulatory compliance and electric investment planning-are in place to safely enable a strategic and stable workplan for our Electric Operations partners. Our organization is accountable for program planning, financial budgeting, and project execution and delivery of all electric engineering projects. Electric Engineering is comprised of approximately 2,000 coworkers.
Position Summary
This job is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) subject to collective bargaining.
This is a journey-level engineer position that requires mastery of the Associate level engineer skills and duties and is responsible for leading the engineering and design of more complex projects. The Journey engineer uses independent judgment in applying engineering principles and works with minimal supervision. This person works closely with engineers, project managers, construction personnel, and other business partners in assessing project needs. Responsibilities beyond those of the Associate project engineer include, but are not limited to, the following: Developing technical studies and reports, and providing guidance to contractors and outside vendors. Travel to/from various project-related function is required approximately 20% of the time.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.
The annual salary range is:
CA Minimum, $120,888
CA Maximum, $183,840
Job Responsibilities
  • Resolves problems of moderate scope. Assignments typically require standard solutions. Under general direction, independently plans work to meet assigned objectives; progress is reviewed periodically for technical accuracy and adequacy in process and upon completion.
  • May perform functions of Associate level Engineer and in addition:
  • Provides technical expertise and performs engineering analyses, studies, and develops
  • conceptual designs.
  • Presents findings to internal organizations, contractors and outside vendors.
  • Conducts walkdowns and design review meetings.
  • Prepares written technical documents such as design criteria, scope documents, specifications, and reports.
  • Develops, evaluates, and recommends alternative project proposals.
  • Solicits, prepares, and evaluates contracts and proposals from engineering consultants.
  • Reviews consultant contracts for technical compliance.
  • Interprets and applies applicable codes and regulations.
  • Participates in the development of effective restoration plans. Assists in root cause analysis.
  • Approves reports, new drawings, and revisions to existing drawings for projects.
  • In emergencies, promptly responds to facility failures.
  • Represents PG&E to government bodies as required for assigned projects.

Qualifications
Minimum:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited curriculum in the US or the equivalent from outside the US
  • 3 years of cumulative experience in engineering and design

Desired:
  • EIT certificate or current California PE license
  • Strong familiarity with G.O. 95, NESC, and PG&E transmission and distribution line standards and construction practices
  • Strong familiarity with Transmission Line Engineering tools, i.e. PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.
  • Experience in project management

Purpose, Virtues and Stands
Our Purpose explains "why" we exist:
  • Delivering for our hometowns
  • Serving our planet
  • Leading with love

Our Virtues capture "who" we need to be:
  • Trustworthy
  • Empathetic
  • Curious
  • Tenacious
  • Nimble
  • Owners

Our Stands are "what" we will achieve together:
  • Everyone and everything is always safe
  • Catastrophic wildfires shall stop
  • It is enjoyable to work with and for PG&E
  • Clean and resilient energy for all
  • Our work shall create prosperity for all customers and investors

More About Our Company
EEO
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that actively pursues and hires a workforce that reflects the hometowns we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, medical condition, protected veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the job.
Employee Privacy Notice The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) goes into effect on January 1, 2020. CCPA grants new and far-reaching privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information PG&E collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed through the following link: Employee Privacy Notice
PG&E will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with all state and local laws.

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