Electrical Engineer
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $6,488 to $7,735 | $77,856 to $92,820 |
| B | $7,428 to $9,296 | $89,136 to $111,552 |
Representation
Professional Engineers in California Government represents Bargaining Unit R09, Professional Engineers.
Where these jobs are
37 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Department of Water Resources | 30 |
| Office Of Emergency Services | 4 |
| California Energy Commission | 3 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Electrical Engineers across all California employers was $144,040 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $77,856 to $111,552 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 01 Used in Pay Letters to designate 12-month probationary period. In the Alphabetic and Schematic Pay Scales Listings, a column is provided for designating the months of the probationary period. (Reinstituted 12/78)
- Footnote 21 Class designated as an exception to State Personnel Board Rule 431.