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Electrical Controls Engineer Senior Salary in California

How much does an Electrical Controls Engineer Senior make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Controls Engineer Senior in California is $135,801 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

However, an Electrical Controls Engineer Senior's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,673
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,701 to $155,101
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,953
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Electrical Controls Engineer Senior Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $155,101 $12,925 $2,983 $75
Average $135,801 $11,317 $2,612 $65
25th Percentile $120,701 $10,058 $2,321 $58
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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Controls Engineer Senior Salaries

An Electrical Controls Engineer Senior's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Controls Engineer Seniors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $136,101
  • West Hollywood: $136,001
  • Dodgertown: $136,101

Electrical Controls Engineer Senior Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Electrical Controls Engineer Senior salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $135,801. While startup companies pay approximate $135,801.

Electrical Controls Engineer Senior Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$135,801
Growth Stage51~500$135,801
Established501~5000$135,801
Enterprise5000+$135,801

Electrical Controls Engineer Senior Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Controls Engineer Senior's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$120,701
Average $135,801/year
$155,101
$10,058
Average $11,317/month
$12,925
$2,321
Average $2,612/week
$2,983
$58
Average $65/hour
$75
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $155,101 $12,925 $2,983 $75
Average $135,801 $11,317 $2,612 $65
25th Percentile $120,701 $10,058 $2,321 $58

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