Engineering Technicians
28AI CAN DO28%moving to73%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £28,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY →
Engineering Technicians
Engineering technicians n.e.c. play a crucial role in the innovative world of engineering, bridging the gap between complex design and practical application. Their expertise ensures that projects are executed efficiently, contributing to advancements in technology and infrastructure that impact lives across the UK and beyond.
AI can do very little of this work today
Hands-on work, caring for people and dealing with the real world are among the hardest things to automate, and this job leans on them. We have not yet formally classified its moat, so we make no claim either way, but the exposure score speaks for itself.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Engineering TechnicianAs a Junior Engineering Technician, you will support senior engineers in various tasks, gaining hands-on experience and developing your technical skills.£22,000 - £28,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Engineering TechnicianIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, leading projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions.£30,000 - £38,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Engineering TechnicianAs a Senior Engineering Technician, you will oversee complex projects, mentor junior staff, and drive innovation within your organisation.£40,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.