Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist salary
From 96 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 17-3023: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
At a glance
- Mostly Level II (mid-level). 38% of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist filings are Level II, compared with 42% across all H-1B filings.
- Top filer: Amazon. 22 filings (23% of the total), median $73,237.
- Median up 14% since FY2020. From $66,851 in FY2020 to $76,086 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 96 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 17-3023, Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians). The median base salary is $73,018, 40% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $65,187 and $90,002. The most common wage level is Level II (mid-level), at 38% of filings.
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Top employers for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist
AmazonEmployers with the most Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist filings. Bar: share of all Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist filings. Figure: median base salary.
Pay by level
Entry-level · 18% of filings
Mid-level · 38% of filings
Senior · 27% of filings
Expert · 16% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $59,919 | 16 |
| Level II · Qualified | $68,000 | 35 |
| Level III · Experienced | $89,107 | 25 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $99,103 | 15 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
What a Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist does
Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.
Typical tasks
- Review electrical engineering plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
- Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Compile and maintain records documenting engineering schematics, installed equipment, installation or operational problems, resources used, repairs, or corrective action performed.
Preparation
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians), the median annual wage was $78,190 in May 2025, with 95,130 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $73,018, 7% lower.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $57,000 | $49,510 |
| 25th percentile | $65,187 | $61,610 |
| Median | $73,018 | $78,190 |
| 75th percentile | $90,002 | $97,650 |
| 90th percentile | $99,969 | $115,700 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $57,000 |
| 25th | $65,187 |
| 50th (median) | $73,018 |
| 75th | $90,002 |
| 90th | $99,969 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $66,851 | $49,008 | $76,498 | 17 |
| FY2021 | $75,000 | $70,000 | $84,000 | 41 |
| FY2022 | $79,000 | $68,750 | $91,000 | 32 |
| FY2023 | $77,052 | $70,500 | $93,870 | 22 |
| FY2024 | $80,000 | $70,500 | $91,439 | 34 |
| FY2025 | $68,848 | $63,142 | $90,005 | 51 |
| FY2026 | $76,086 | $68,078 | $89,500 | 45 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist jobs is $73,018 (96 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $65,187 and $90,002.
What does an entry-level Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $59,919. Level I accounts for 18% of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologist filings.
Do H-1B Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($73,018) is 7% lower than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($78,190, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.