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How much does an Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant make in the United States? The average Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant salary in the United States is $166,790 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $151,190 and $179,290. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant Salary $136,987 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant Salary $151,190 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant Salary $166,790 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant Salary $179,290 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant Salary $190,671 US February 26, 2024
25% $151,190 10% $136,987 90% $190,671 75% $179,290 $166,790 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant applies mathematical and engineering principles and methods to electrical system designs. Responsible for the design, development, and testing of electrical equipment, components, or systems. Being an Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant may work with research teams to identify needs or resolve problems. Studies new technologies and researches innovative solutions and product designs. In addition, Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant requires a bachelor's degree of Electrical Engineering. Typically reports to a manager. Being an Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in solution or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Working as an Electrical Engineer - Expert/Consultant typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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