Engineering professionals

£46,407

Average salary

Average annual salary UK 2020 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

38 hours

Average weekly hours

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2.93%

Unemployment rate

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Definition: Engineering professionals n.e.c.

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 2129

Workers in this unit group perform a variety of professional engineering functions not elsewhere classified in MINOR GROUP 212: Engineering Professionals.

Common tasks include:

researches into problem areas to advance basic knowledge, evaluate new theories and techniques and to solve specific problems;
establishes principles and techniques to improve the quality, durability and performance of materials such as textiles, glass, rubber, plastics, ceramics, metals and alloys;
designs new systems and equipment with regard to cost, market requirements and feasibility of manufacture;
devises and implements control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of system and materials;
prepare sketches, drawings and specifications showing materials to be used, construction and finishing methods and other details;
examines and advises on patent applications;
provides technical consultancy services.

(N.E.C. = not elsewhere classified)

Qualifications

Chartered engineers possess an accredited university degree. After qualifying, periods of appropriate training and experience are required before membership of a chartered engineering institution is attainable. Incorporated engineers possess an accredited university degree, BTEC/SQA award or an apprenticeship leading to an NVQ/SVQ at Level 4. All routes are followed by periods of appropriate training and relevant experience.

*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.

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