▼58%
AU$167,422
Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
25%
A$140k
MEDIAN
A$167k
75%
A$178k
The average salary for an Electrical & Instrument Engineer is AU$167,422 in 2025
Base Salary
AU$140k - AU$178k
Bonus
AU$0 - AU$21k
Total Pay
AU$145k - AU$190k
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Common Health Benefits for a Electrical & Instrument Engineer
Medical
33%
None
67%
Gender Breakdown for Electrical & Instrument Engineers
Male
75.0%
Female
25.0%
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FAQs About Electrical & Instrument Engineers
What is the highest pay for Electrical & Instrument Engineers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Electrical & Instrument Engineer is A$NaN / year
What is the lowest pay for Electrical & Instrument Engineers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Electrical & Instrument Engineer is A$NaN / year
How can Electrical & Instrument Engineers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Electrical & Instrument Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Electrical & Instrument Engineer that oversees more junior Electrical & Instrument Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.