What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Controls Engineer I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Controls Engineer I?

Electrical Controls Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Controls Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $89,693, California $89,353, Massachusetts $88,162. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Controls Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Controls Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Controls Engineer Senior: $122,301; Electrical Controls Engineer III: $122,219; Electrical Controls Engineer: $101,501; Electrical Controls Engineer II: $101,494; Project Controls Engineer I: $94,128.

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Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Electrical Controls Engineer I make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Controls Engineer I in Hawaii is $84,671 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,324
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,043 to $90,247
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,187

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Electrical Controls Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,247	$7,521	$1,736	$43
Average	$84,671	$7,056	$1,628	$41
25th Percentile	$76,043	$6,337	$1,462	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Controls Engineer I Salaries

An Electrical Controls Engineer I'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.

How Do Electrical Controls Engineer I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Electrical Controls Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $89,693.
California: $89,353.
Massachusetts: $88,162.

District of Columbia $89,693 California $89,353 Massachusetts $88,162 Washington $87,838 New Jersey $87,806 Alaska $87,692 Connecticut $86,574 New York $86,121

Hawaii $84,671 Rhode Island $83,990 Maryland $83,528 Minnesota $82,897 Colorado $82,654 Illinois $82,573 Oregon $82,265 Delaware $82,038

New Hampshire $81,895 Virginia $81,576 Pennsylvania $80,645 Nevada $80,175 North Dakota $80,021 Michigan $79,778 Wisconsin $79,689 Vermont $79,510

Texas $79,016 Maine $78,984 Arizona $78,935 Ohio $78,879 Georgia $78,133 Indiana $77,761 Wyoming $77,688 Utah $77,574

Iowa $77,526 Kansas $77,137 Louisiana $77,023 North Carolina $76,983 Missouri $76,967 Florida $76,651 Montana $76,481 Nebraska $76,319

Kentucky $76,230 South Carolina $75,905 Tennessee $75,703 Idaho $75,622 New Mexico $75,031 Oklahoma $74,901 Alabama $74,423 South Dakota $73,621

Arkansas $73,184 West Virginia $72,949 Mississippi $72,244

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Controls Engineer Is

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:

Aiea: $84,241
Anahola: $83,674
Captain Cook: $83,674

Aiea, HI $84,241 Anahola, HI $83,674 Captain Cook, HI $83,674 Eleele, HI $83,674 Ewa Beach, HI $84,241 Kapolei, HI $84,055 Haiku, HI $83,674 Hakalau, HI $83,674

Haleiwa, HI $83,674 Hana, HI $83,674 Hanalei, HI $83,674 Hanamaulu, HI $83,674 Hanapepe, HI $83,674 Hauula, HI $83,861 Hawaii National Park, HI $83,674 Hawi, HI $83,674

Hilo, HI $83,674 Princeville, HI $83,674 Holualoa, HI $83,674 Honaunau, HI $83,674 Honokaa, HI $83,674 Honomu, HI $83,674 Hoolehua, HI $83,674 Kaaawa, HI $84,014

Kahuku, HI $83,674 Kahului, HI $83,674 Kailua, HI $84,241 Ocean View, HI $83,674 Waikoloa, HI $83,674 Keauhou, HI $83,674 Kailua Kona, HI $83,674 Kalaheo, HI $83,674

Kalaupapa, HI $83,674 Kamuela, HI $83,674 Kaneohe, HI $84,241 Kapaa, HI $83,674 Kaumakani, HI $83,674 Kaunakakai, HI $83,674 Keaau, HI $83,674 Kealakekua, HI $83,674

Kealia, HI $83,674 Kekaha, HI $83,674 Kihei, HI $83,674 Kilauea, HI $83,674 Kapaau, HI $83,674 Koloa, HI $83,674 Kualapuu, HI $83,674 Kunia, HI $83,974

Kurtistown, HI $83,674 Lahaina, HI $83,674 Laie, HI $83,747 Lanai City, HI $83,674 Laupahoehoe, HI $83,674 Lawai, HI $83,674 Lihue, HI $83,674 Makawao, HI $83,674

Makaweli, HI $83,674 Maunaloa, HI $83,674 Mountain View, HI $83,674 Naalehu, HI $83,674 Ninole, HI $83,674 Ookala, HI $83,674 Paauilo, HI $83,674 Pahala, HI $83,674

Pahoa, HI $83,674 Paia, HI $83,674 Papaaloa, HI $83,674 Papaikou, HI $83,674 Pearl City, HI $84,241 Pepeekeo, HI $83,674 Puunene, HI $83,674 Volcano, HI $83,674

Wahiawa, HI $83,974 Pukalani, HI $83,674 Mililani, HI $84,087 Kula, HI $83,674 Waialua, HI $83,674 Waianae, HI $83,747 Wailuku, HI $83,674 Waimanalo, HI $84,241

Waimea, HI $83,674 Waipahu, HI $84,201 Honolulu, HI $84,241 J B P H H, HI $84,241 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $84,014 Schofield Barracks, HI $83,942 Fort Shafter, HI $84,241 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $84,241

Camp H M Smith, HI $84,241 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $84,201 Wake Island, HI $84,241

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

Understanding how an Electrical Controls Engineer I'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$76,043

Average $84,671/year

$90,247

$6,337

Average $7,056/month

$7,521

$1,462

Average $1,628/week

$1,736

$37

Average $41/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,247	$7,521	$1,736	$43
Average	$84,671	$7,056	$1,628	$41
25th Percentile	$76,043	$6,337	$1,462	$37

Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Electrical Controls Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Electrical Controls Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $106,082 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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