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SOC 3112 Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

Electrical and electronics technicians Salary

Median salary £35,018 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

About this role

Electrical and electronics technicians install, test, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems and equipment. They work from technical drawings, use diagnostic instruments and support engineers in developing and manufacturing electronic products and systems.

Key responsibilities

  • Installing, testing and maintaining electrical and electronic equipment
  • Using diagnostic instruments to fault-find and troubleshoot
  • Reading and interpreting circuit diagrams and technical specifications
  • Assembling and wiring electronic circuits and systems
  • Documenting test results and maintenance records

Qualifications and entry routes

Typically requires an HNC/HND, BTEC Level 3 or apprenticeship in electrical/electronic engineering. IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) EngTech registration is the professional standard.

Career outlook

Demand varies by sector. Telecommunications, defence electronics and renewable energy systems offer strong opportunities for skilled technicians.

Key skills

Circuit analysis Soldering and assembly Test equipment operation Technical drawing interpretation Fault diagnosis

Common industries

  • Electronics manufacturing
  • Telecommunications
  • Defence
  • Broadcasting
  • Utilities

Data coverage

SOC code 3112
Data source ONS ASHE
Years available 2015–2025
Estimated jobs 16,000

Median Salary

£35,018

Mean Salary

£40,787

Jobs (000s)

16k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P25: £27,618Median: £35,018
P10: --P25: £28kMedian: £35kP75: --P90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£27,618

0-2 years

Mid Level

£27,618

3-7 years

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Nominal growth: +20.1%Real growth: -13.1%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 21.6%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£35,018

Full-time Only

£35,126

Full-time premium: +£108