As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Electrical Systems Engineer in Paramus, NJ is $108,879, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,094 weekly, or $9,073 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Electrical Systems Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Electrical Systems Engineer in Paramus, NJ vary widely, spanning from $89,504 to $128,195. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($98,737) and 75th percentile ($118,990), while top earners (90th percentile) make $128,195 per year. This $20,253 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, Paramus Electrical Systems Engineer often earn 4.9% higher than national averages. However, Paramus currently ranks 17 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 $89,504 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $98,737 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $108,879 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $118,990 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Electrical Systems Engineer Salary $128,195 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
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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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About Paramus, New Jersey    Paramus (/pəˈræməs/ pə-RAM-əs) is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population....More

Paramus, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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