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.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £35,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For electrical and electronics technicians, £35,126 is the typical (median) pay. That is below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -10% versus the national average.

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)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +20.1%Real growth: -13.0%

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

Electrical and electronics technicians salary: common questions

How much do electrical and electronics technicians earn in the UK?

Electrical and electronics technicians earn a median of £35,126 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).

Is £35,126 a good salary in the UK?

For electrical and electronics technicians, £35,126 is the typical (median) pay. That is below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -10% versus the national average.

What is the starting salary for electrical and electronics technicians?

Entry-level electrical and electronics technicians typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £27,618, though this varies by employer and region.

Have electrical and electronics technicians salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2015, median electrical and electronics technicians pay has risen from £29,182 to £35,126 — +20% in cash terms, or -13% after CPIH inflation. That is behind inflation over the period.

Is there a gender pay gap for electrical and electronics technicians?

Male electrical and electronics technicians earn a median £37,358 and female electrical and electronics technicians £29,278 — a gap of +22% in 2025.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).