Engineering professionals n.e.c. vs Process, plant and machine operatives Salary (2025)

How do Engineering professionals n.e.c. and Process, plant and machine operatives salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Engineering professionals n.e.c. earns £14,829 more per year (45% higher)
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Detailed Comparison

MetricEngineering professionals n.e.c.Process, plant and machine operativesDifference
Median Annual£48,000£33,171+£14,829
Mean Annual£52,284£34,903+£17,381
Monthly£4,000£2,764+£1,236
Weekly£923£638+£285
Hourly£23.08£15.95+£7.13

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileEngineering professionals n.e.c.Process, plant and machine operatives
10th (Entry)£31,000£17,094
25th£38,806£26,372
50th (Median)£48,000£33,171
75th£61,447£42,276
90th (Senior)£74,957£52,540
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Engineering professionals n.e.c. or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
A Engineering professionals n.e.c. earns more. The median salary for a Engineering professionals n.e.c. is £48,000, whilst a Process, plant and machine operatives earns £33,171 — a difference of £14,829 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Engineering professionals n.e.c. and a Process, plant and machine operatives?
The difference is £14,829 per year. Engineering professionals n.e.c. is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Engineering professionals n.e.c. or a Process, plant and machine operatives?
From a salary perspective, Engineering professionals n.e.c. 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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