Principal Electrical Engineer
Annual salary range
₹9.5 Lakhs - ₹55 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Electrical Engineer Salary in Chennai (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
11 Mar 2025
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Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹55 Lakhs for 10 years of experience to 20 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 28 latest salaries received from Principal Electrical...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹15 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr | |
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18
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exp.
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr | |
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23
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹34 L/yr - ₹90 L/yr | |
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14
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exp.
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹13.5 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr | |
12 -
13
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Chennai
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₹8.6 L/yr - ₹10.9 L/yr | |
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18
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Chennai
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₹23.9 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr | |
17 -
18
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Chennai
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₹23.4 L/yr - ₹29.9 L/yr | |
15 -
16
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Chennai
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₹22.7 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr | |
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10 -
12
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Chennai
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₹11.3 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr | 1 job opening |
14 yrs
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Chennai
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₹8.3 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr | |
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15 years exp.
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Principal Electrical Engineer
10 years exp.
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13 years exp.
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18 years exp.
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14 years exp.
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Principal Electrical Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
10
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹17.2 L/yr |
11
years
(1
salaries)
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr |
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12
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹9.5 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
13
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹9.5 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
14
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹9.2 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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· 8-13 years
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Pune
Principal Electrical Engineer
· 6-11 years
Skyworks Solutions
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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Principal Electrical Engineer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
Principal Electrical Engineer
10 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹14 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
New Delhi
Principal Electrical Engineer
10 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹13.8 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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Noida
Principal Electrical Engineer
11 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Electrical Engineer
10 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal Electrical Engineer
10 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹18.3 L/yr - ₹47.5 L/yr |
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Principal Electrical Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Engineering & Construction Principal Electrical Engineer
10 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹50.8 L/yr |
Oil / Gas / Petro Chemicals Principal Electrical Engineer
10 -
21
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
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Architecture & Interior Design Principal Electrical Engineer
10 -
20
years
exp.
| ₹9 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
Oil & Gas Principal Electrical Engineer
11 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹14 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
Power Principal Electrical Engineer
10 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹12.5 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Electrical Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Electrical Engineer in India?
The salary of a Principal Electrical Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Electrical Engineer salaries ranges from ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹33.5 Lakhs to ₹90.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 28 salaries received from various Principal Electrical Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹33.5 Lakhs to ₹90.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 28 salaries received from various Principal Electrical Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal Electrical Engineers?
Principal Electrical Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| McDermott International Principal Electrical Engineer Salary | ₹33.5 Lakhs to ₹90 Lakhs per year |
| Medtronic Principal Electrical Engineer Salary | ₹40.5 Lakhs to ₹47.5 Lakhs per year |
| WSP Principal Electrical Engineer Salary | ₹16 Lakhs to ₹50 Lakhs per year |
| Wood Group Principal Electrical Engineer Salary | ₹26 Lakhs to ₹55 Lakhs per year |
| Worley Principal Electrical Engineer Salary | ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹50.8 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Principal Electrical Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Principal Electrical Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Electrical Engineer are
Salary expectations for Principal Electrical Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Mumbai | ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Noida | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹26.3 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹18.3 Lakhs to ₹47.5 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Electrical Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Electrical Engineer in India are:
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹50.8 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Oil / Gas / Petro Chemicals | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Architecture & Interior Design | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Oil & Gas | ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Electrical Engineer Salary in Power | ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Electrical Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Electrical Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Electrical Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Electrical Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 10 years | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹17.2 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year |
| 12 years | ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
| 13 years | ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
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