What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Controls Engineer I's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Controls Engineer I?

Electrical Controls Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Controls Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $88,892, California $88,554, Massachusetts $87,374. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Controls Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Controls Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Controls Engineer Senior: $121,201; Electrical Controls Engineer III: $121,116; Electrical Controls Engineer: $100,601; Electrical Controls Engineer II: $100,590; Project Controls Engineer I: $93,391.

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Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Controls Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Electrical Controls Engineer I in Delaware is $81,489 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Electrical Controls Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,743
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,186 to $86,857
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,627

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Electrical Controls Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,857	$7,238	$1,670	$42
Average	$81,489	$6,791	$1,567	$39
25th Percentile	$73,186	$6,099	$1,407	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Controls Engineer I Salaries

An Electrical Controls Engineer I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Electrical Controls Engineer I 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 Electrical Controls Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,892.
California: $88,554.
Massachusetts: $87,374.

District of Columbia $88,892 California $88,554 Massachusetts $87,374 Washington $87,053 New Jersey $87,021 Alaska $86,908 Connecticut $85,801 New York $85,351

Hawaii $83,914 Rhode Island $83,239 Maryland $82,782 Minnesota $82,156 Colorado $81,915 Illinois $81,834 Oregon $81,529 Delaware $81,305

New Hampshire $81,163 Virginia $80,847 Pennsylvania $79,924 Nevada $79,458 North Dakota $79,306 Michigan $79,065 Wisconsin $78,976 Vermont $78,800

Texas $78,310 Maine $78,278 Arizona $78,230 Ohio $78,173 Georgia $77,435 Indiana $77,066 Wyoming $76,993 Utah $76,881

Iowa $76,833 Kansas $76,447 Louisiana $76,335 North Carolina $76,295 Missouri $76,279 Florida $75,966 Montana $75,797 Nebraska $75,636

Kentucky $75,548 South Carolina $75,227 Tennessee $75,026 Idaho $74,946 New Mexico $74,360 Oklahoma $74,231 Alabama $73,758 South Dakota $72,963

Arkansas $72,529 West Virginia $72,297 Mississippi $71,598

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Controls Engineer Is

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:

Lincoln: $84,147
Little Creek: $83,368
Magnolia: $83,713

Lincoln, DE $84,147 Little Creek, DE $83,368 Magnolia, DE $83,713 Milford, DE $84,147 Marydel, DE $83,055 Millsboro, DE $84,147 Millville, DE $84,709 Milton, DE $84,147

Nassau, DE $84,147 Ocean View, DE $84,709 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,709 Seaford, DE $83,264 Selbyville, DE $84,709 Smyrna, DE $82,958 Viola, DE $83,713 Woodside, DE $83,472

Bear, DE $82,348 Newark, DE $82,380 Claymont, DE $82,445 Delaware City, DE $82,380 Hockessin, DE $82,445 Kirkwood, DE $82,380 Middletown, DE $82,790 Montchanin, DE $82,445

New Castle, DE $82,445 Odessa, DE $82,902 Port Penn, DE $82,156 Rockland, DE $82,445 Saint Georges, DE $82,380 Townsend, DE $82,782 Winterthur, DE $82,445 Lewes, DE $84,147

Wilmington, DE $82,445 Dover, DE $83,328 Dover Afb, DE $83,520 Bethany Beach, DE $84,709 Bethel, DE $83,264 Bridgeville, DE $84,147 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,416 Cheswold, DE $83,135

Clayton, DE $82,926 Dagsboro, DE $84,709 Delmar, DE $83,264 Ellendale, DE $84,147 Felton, DE $84,147 Fenwick Island, DE $84,709 Frankford, DE $84,709 Frederica, DE $84,147

Georgetown, DE $84,147 Greenwood, DE $84,147 Harbeson, DE $84,147 Harrington, DE $84,147 Hartly, DE $82,886 Houston, DE $84,147 Kenton, DE $82,926 Laurel, DE $83,264

Yorklyn, DE $82,445

Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Controls Engineer I'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 May 18, 2021

$73,186

Average $81,489/year

$86,857

$6,099

Average $6,791/month

$7,238

$1,407

Average $1,567/week

$1,670

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,857	$7,238	$1,670	$42
Average	$81,489	$6,791	$1,567	$39
25th Percentile	$73,186	$6,099	$1,407	$35

Electrical Controls Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Electrical Controls Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Electrical Controls Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $102,099 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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