Electrical Engineer in Rhode Island: Jobs, Certifications & Pay
Rhode Island Electrical Engineer salaries, license requirements and active job openings: everything you need to plan your career in the Rhode Island trades.
Rhode Island Electrical Engineer Market at a Glance
Electrical Engineer job market data for Rhode Island: median pay, projected growth through 2032 and annual job openings, from CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor).
Rhode Island Electrical Engineer Salary by Career Stage
See what Electrical Engineer workers in Rhode Island earn at every stage of their career, from entry-level apprenticeships to top-earning contractors.
Apprentice Electrical engineer
Median Annual Salary
$36 to $44
$76K to $92K
Journeyman Electrical engineer
Median Annual Salary
$44 to $58
$92K to $120K
Master Electrical engineer
Median Annual Salary
$58 to $73
$120K to $152K
Contractor
Median Annual Salary
$73 to $88+
$152K to $184K+
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
Top Rhode Island Electrical Engineer Jobs
Live Electrical Engineer job openings across Rhode Island. Browse current postings from top employers and contractors hiring now by pay rate, schedule, work environment plus more.
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See all Electrical Engineer jobs→Per Diem Electrical Engineer Jobs in Rhode Island
Travel for work, earn more. Per diem Electrical Engineer jobs in Rhode Island include daily allowances for lodging and meals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed when paid for temporary travel under an employer's accountable plan.
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Per Diem Electrical Engineer Jobs Pay More
Per diem positions let skilled tradespeople travel while earning premium pay. These short-term assignments add daily allowances for lodging, meals and incidentals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed under an employer's accountable plan.
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Top 10 Highest-Paying US States for Electrical Engineers
The 10 US states where Electrical Engineer workers earn the most at the top of their career, ranked by annual salary. Click any state to explore Electrical Engineer jobs and career data there.
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
| Rank | State | Annual Salary | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico | $196,200 | $94.35/hr |
| 2 | California | $185,500 | $89.19/hr |
| 3 | District of Columbia | $173,700 | $83.56/hr |
| 4 | New Hampshire | $169,000 | $81.26/hr |
| 5 | Washington | $166,100 | $79.88/hr |
| 6 | Texas | $164,700 | $79.2/hr |
| 7 | Maryland | $164,000 | $78.89/hr |
| 8 | Massachusetts | $160,900 | $77.36/hr |
| 9 | Missouri | $157,900 | $75.96/hr |
| 10 | Louisiana | $157,900 | $75.95/hr |
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These are the states with the most open Electrical Engineer jobs right now. There is plenty of work out there, so find the job that fits you and start getting hired today.
Rhode Island Electrical Engineer FAQ
Common questions about Electrical Engineer careers in Rhode Island: licensing, salaries, per diem opportunities, and how to get started.
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Ready to Build Your Electrical Engineer Career in Rhode Island?
Electrical Engineer jobs in Rhode Island aren't just paychecks. They're careers with real earning potential, job security, and a community of tradespeople who show up and get things built. Rhode Island contractors are hiring Electrical Engineer workers right now. Find electrical engineer jobs, build your trade file, and take the next step in your career.