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Substation / HV Design Engineer salary
$120k–$175k
National base band, annual USD. This role sits in phase 03, Architectural & MEP Design, of the data center delivery lifecycle.
By metro
Adjusted for local labor cost. Emerging markets often add per diem or contract premiums on top of base.
| Metro | Adjusted band | Market type |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Virginia, VA | $134k–$196k | Established |
| Phoenix, AZ | $122k–$179k | Established |
| Dallas–Fort Worth, TX | $120k–$175k | Established |
| Columbus, OH | $115k–$168k | Emerging |
| Des Moines, IA | $112k–$163k | Emerging |
| Reno, NV | $120k–$175k | Emerging |
| Atlanta, GA | $119k–$173k | Established |
| Salt Lake City, UT | $116k–$170k | Emerging |
| San Antonio, TX | $114k–$166k | Emerging |
| Richmond, VA | $122k–$179k | Emerging |
| Memphis, TN | $112k–$163k | Emerging |
| Cheyenne, WY | $114k–$166k | Emerging |
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