How much does an Senior Electrical Engineering Technician make in the United States? The average Senior Electrical Engineering Technician salary in the United States is $73,590 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $65,390 and $83,290. 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.

Senior Electrical Engineering Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Electrical Engineering Technician Salary $57,924 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Electrical Engineering Technician Salary $65,390 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Electrical Engineering Technician Salary $73,590 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Electrical Engineering Technician Salary $83,290 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Electrical Engineering Technician Salary $92,121 US February 26, 2024
25% $65,390 10% $57,924 90% $92,121 75% $83,290 $73,590 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Electrical Engineering Technician is responsible for analysis, testing, and routine maintenance of electrical systems and equipment. Installs and checks experimental and operational electrical machinery, equipment, circuitry, and components according to established procedures and specifications. Being a Senior Electrical Engineering Technician provides guidance to lower level staff with complex problems. Documents daily operation activities and records tools and materials inventory. In addition, Senior Electrical Engineering Technician assembles, tests, and modifies experimental and/or operational electrical machinery, electrical control equipment, electrical circuitry and components according to engineering specifications in industrial or commercial plants and laboratories. Diagnoses causes of malfunctions or failures and performs preventive/corrective maintenance. Records data; recommends modification or replacement of failed equipment. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Senior Electrical Engineering Technician has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Working as a Senior Electrical Engineering Technician typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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