As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Power Systems Engineering in Washington, DC is $79,887, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,536 weekly, or $6,657 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Power Systems Engineering in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Power Systems Engineering in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $66,763 to $96,382. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($73,017) and 75th percentile ($88,521), while top earners (90th percentile) make $96,382 per year. This $15,504 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Azure, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Power Systems Engineering often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 statewide for Power Systems Engineering 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
Power Systems Engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Power Systems Engineering Salary $66,763 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Power Systems Engineering Salary $73,017 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Power Systems Engineering Salary $79,887 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Power Systems Engineering Salary $88,521 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Power Systems Engineering Salary $96,382 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
25% $73,017 10% $66,763 90% $96,382 75% $88,521 $79,887 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Sargent & Lundy - Washington, DC

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    Power Systems Engineering

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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