As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Electrical Systems Engineer in Albany, NY is $92,566, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,780 weekly, or $7,714 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Electrical Systems Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Electrical Systems Engineer in Albany, NY vary widely, spanning from $76,108 to $108,947. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,951) and 75th percentile ($101,140), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,947 per year. This $17,189 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Albany Electrical Systems Engineer often earn 4.5% higher than national averages. However, Albany currently ranks 308 statewide for Electrical Systems Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Electrical Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $76,108 Albany, NY April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $83,951 Albany, NY April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $92,566 Albany, NY April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $101,140 Albany, NY April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $108,947 Albany, NY April 01, 2026
25% $83,951 10% $76,108 90% $108,947 75% $101,140 $92,566 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Electrical Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Electrical Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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