Engineering technicians Salary
Median salary £44,330 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £44,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For engineering technicians, £44,843 is the typical (median) pay. That is above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +15% versus the national average. Experienced engineering technicians (top 25%) earn over £54,976.
About this role
Engineering technicians provide practical technical support across engineering disciplines. They assist in design, testing, production and maintenance activities, applying technical knowledge to solve practical engineering problems and ensure quality standards are met.
Key responsibilities
- Supporting engineering design, testing and manufacturing processes
- Conducting tests, measurements and quality inspections
- Preparing technical drawings, specifications and reports
- Operating and maintaining engineering equipment and tools
- Assisting engineers with prototyping and development work
Qualifications and entry routes
Typically requires an HNC/HND, BTEC Level 3 or apprenticeship in the relevant engineering discipline. EngTech registration through the appropriate engineering institution (IMechE, IET, ICE) is the professional standard.
Career outlook
Engineering technicians are in demand across UK manufacturing and infrastructure. Apprenticeship routes offer structured career entry with strong progression potential.
Key skills
Common industries
- Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Construction
- Energy
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£26,642
0-2 years
Mid Level
£33,610
3-7 years
Senior
£54,976
8-15 years
Potential career growth: ▲ +106% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 14.3%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£513
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).