CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians vs Metal making and treating process operatives Salary (2025)

How do CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians and Metal making and treating process operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians earns £229 more per year (1% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricCAD, Drawing and Architectural TechniciansMetal making and treating process operativesDifference
Median Annual£34,783£34,554+£229
Mean Annual£36,338£35,618+£720
Monthly£2,899£2,880+£19
Weekly£669£665+£4
Hourly£16.72£16.61+£0.11

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileCAD, Drawing and Architectural TechniciansMetal making and treating process operatives
10th (Entry)£24,973£23,371
25th£28,762£29,268
50th (Median)£34,783£34,554
75th£42,407£40,726
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians or a Metal making and treating process operatives?
A CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians earns more. The median salary for a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians is £34,783, whilst a Metal making and treating process operatives earns £34,554 — a difference of £229 per year.
What is the salary difference between a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians and a Metal making and treating process operatives?
The difference is £229 per year. CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians or a Metal making and treating process operatives?
From a salary perspective, CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians 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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