Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary by state
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians is a professional role within the function in the Architecture and Engineering job family.
What Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicianss do
Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
Replace defective components or parts, using hand tools and precision instruments.
Set up and operate specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies, or systems.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Top skills:Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningTroubleshootingRepairingComplex Problem Solving
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Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians pay by experience level
Entry level$51,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$64,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$81,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$101,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$119,500
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+0.6%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
8,400
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary by industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
21,230 workers
$77,000
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
20,640 workers
$80,500
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services
12,120 workers
$80,500
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
9,690 workers
$77,000
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
9,440 workers
$106,500
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing
7,870 workers
$82,000
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation)
7,330 workers
$111,500
Utilities
6,310 workers
$101,000
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
6,020 workers
$100,000
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
4,670 workers
$85,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians pays 23% below the average across 59 roles in the Architecture and Engineering job family (family average $108,000).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians make?
The average base salary for a Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians in the United States is $83,500 per year, or about $40.14 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $64,000 and $101,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Architecture and Engineering roles?
The Architecture and Engineering job family averages $108,000 across 59 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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