Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. vs Mechanical engineers Salary (2025)

How do Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. and Mechanical engineers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Mechanical engineers earns £20,815 more per year (71% higher)
vs

Mechanical engineers

£49,999
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricAssemblers and routine operatives n.e.c.Mechanical engineersDifference
Median Annual£29,184£49,999-£20,815
Mean Annual£30,035£53,850-£23,815
Monthly£2,432£4,167-£1,735
Weekly£561£962-£401
Hourly£14.03£24.04-£10.01

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileAssemblers and routine operatives n.e.c.Mechanical engineers
10th (Entry)£21,154£31,219
25th£25,511£40,001
50th (Median)£29,184£49,999
75th£34,694£62,548
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. or a Mechanical engineers?
A Mechanical engineers earns more. The median salary for a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. is £29,184, whilst a Mechanical engineers earns £49,999 — a difference of £20,815 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. and a Mechanical engineers?
The difference is £20,815 per year. Mechanical engineers is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Assemblers and routine operatives n.e.c. or a Mechanical engineers?
From a salary perspective, Mechanical engineers offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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