What are the main factors that influence a Power Systems Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Power Systems Engineer's salary?

A Power Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Power Systems Engineer (0-2 years)earns $86,757, a Software Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $106,535, a Software Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,608, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,267, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $173,349,

What are the highest paying states for a Power Systems Engineer?

Power Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Power Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $92,645, California $92,294, Massachusetts $91,064. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Power Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Power Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Director of Power Systems: $159,728; Power Electronics Engineer: $138,834; Power Plant Systems Engineer: $101,815; Power Plant Engineer: $89,478; Power Distribution Engineer: $84,058.

Power Systems Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Power Systems Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Power Systems Engineer in Hawaii is $87,457 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Power Systems Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,638
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,965 to $96,974
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,144

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Power Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,974	$8,081	$1,865	$47
Average	$87,457	$7,288	$1,682	$42
25th Percentile	$79,965	$6,664	$1,538	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Power Systems Engineer Salaries

A Power Systems Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Power Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Power Systems Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $86,757
Early Career (1-2 years): $106,535
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,608
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,267
Expert (over 8 years): $173,349

Levels	Salary
Power Sys... Level Power Systems Engineer	$86,757
Software ... Level Power Systems Engineer	$106,535
Software ... Level Power Systems Engineer	$123,608
Software ... Level Power Systems Engineer	$151,267
Software ... Level Power Systems Engineer	$173,349

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How Do Power Systems Engineer 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 Power Systems Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,645.
California: $92,294.
Massachusetts: $91,064.

District of Columbia $92,645 California $92,294 Massachusetts $91,064 Washington $90,729 New Jersey $90,695 Alaska $90,578 Connecticut $89,423 New York $88,955

Hawaii $87,457 Rhode Island $86,754 Maryland $86,277 Minnesota $85,625 Colorado $85,374 Illinois $85,290 Oregon $84,972 Delaware $84,738

New Hampshire $84,590 Virginia $84,261 Pennsylvania $83,298 Nevada $82,813 North Dakota $82,654 Michigan $82,403 Wisconsin $82,311 Vermont $82,127

Texas $81,617 Maine $81,583 Arizona $81,533 Ohio $81,474 Georgia $80,705 Indiana $80,320 Wyoming $80,244 Utah $80,127

Iowa $80,077 Kansas $79,675 Louisiana $79,558 North Carolina $79,516 Missouri $79,500 Florida $79,173 Montana $78,998 Nebraska $78,830

Kentucky $78,738 South Carolina $78,403 Tennessee $78,194 Idaho $78,111 New Mexico $77,500 Oklahoma $77,366 Alabama $76,872 South Dakota $76,044

Arkansas $75,592 West Virginia $75,349 Mississippi $74,621

Top Paying Cities for Power Systems Engineers

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: $87,014
Anahola: $86,428
Captain Cook: $86,428

Aiea, HI $87,014 Anahola, HI $86,428 Captain Cook, HI $86,428 Eleele, HI $86,428 Ewa Beach, HI $87,014 Kapolei, HI $86,821 Haiku, HI $86,428 Hakalau, HI $86,428

Haleiwa, HI $86,428 Hana, HI $86,428 Hanalei, HI $86,428 Hanamaulu, HI $86,428 Hanapepe, HI $86,428 Hauula, HI $86,620 Hawaii National Park, HI $86,428 Hawi, HI $86,428

Hilo, HI $86,428 Princeville, HI $86,428 Holualoa, HI $86,428 Honaunau, HI $86,428 Honokaa, HI $86,428 Honomu, HI $86,428 Hoolehua, HI $86,428 Kaaawa, HI $86,779

Kahuku, HI $86,428 Kahului, HI $86,428 Kailua, HI $87,014 Ocean View, HI $86,428 Waikoloa, HI $86,428 Keauhou, HI $86,428 Kailua Kona, HI $86,428 Kalaheo, HI $86,428

Kalaupapa, HI $86,428 Kamuela, HI $86,428 Kaneohe, HI $87,014 Kapaa, HI $86,428 Kaumakani, HI $86,428 Kaunakakai, HI $86,428 Keaau, HI $86,428 Kealakekua, HI $86,428

Kealia, HI $86,428 Kekaha, HI $86,428 Kihei, HI $86,428 Kilauea, HI $86,428 Kapaau, HI $86,428 Koloa, HI $86,428 Kualapuu, HI $86,428 Kunia, HI $86,738

Kurtistown, HI $86,428 Lahaina, HI $86,428 Laie, HI $86,503 Lanai City, HI $86,428 Laupahoehoe, HI $86,428 Lawai, HI $86,428 Lihue, HI $86,428 Makawao, HI $86,428

Makaweli, HI $86,428 Maunaloa, HI $86,428 Mountain View, HI $86,428 Naalehu, HI $86,428 Ninole, HI $86,428 Ookala, HI $86,428 Paauilo, HI $86,428 Pahala, HI $86,428

Pahoa, HI $86,428 Paia, HI $86,428 Papaaloa, HI $86,428 Papaikou, HI $86,428 Pearl City, HI $87,014 Pepeekeo, HI $86,428 Puunene, HI $86,428 Volcano, HI $86,428

Wahiawa, HI $86,738 Pukalani, HI $86,428 Mililani, HI $86,855 Kula, HI $86,428 Waialua, HI $86,428 Waianae, HI $86,503 Wailuku, HI $86,428 Waimanalo, HI $87,014

Waimea, HI $86,428 Waipahu, HI $86,972 Honolulu, HI $87,014 J B P H H, HI $87,014 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $86,779 Schofield Barracks, HI $86,704 Fort Shafter, HI $87,014 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $87,014

Camp H M Smith, HI $87,014 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $86,972 Wake Island, HI $87,014

Power Systems Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Power Systems Engineer'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

$79,965

Average $87,457/year

$96,974

$6,664

Average $7,288/month

$8,081

$1,538

Average $1,682/week

$1,865

$38

Average $42/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,974	$8,081	$1,865	$47
Average	$87,457	$7,288	$1,682	$42
25th Percentile	$79,965	$6,664	$1,538	$38

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