As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Manufacturing Engineer I in the United Kingdom is £40,255, with an hourly rate of £19, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £35,901 to £43,717, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £35,901
50TH(Median)   £40,255
75TH   £43,717
Manufacturing Engineer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Manufacturing Engineer I Salary £35,901 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Manufacturing Engineer I Salary £40,255 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Manufacturing Engineer I Salary £43,717 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Manufacturing Engineer I Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Manufacturing Engineer I salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Manufacturing Engineer I is about £40,255 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £19, a monthly salary of about £3,355, and a weekly pay of around £774. Click the switch button below to see more details about Manufacturing Engineer I hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Manufacturing Engineer Is Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Manufacturing Engineer I's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £38,305 - £40,617, while Intermediate make £38,630 - £40,875, Senior earn £39,475 - £41,547, Specialist earn £39,930 - £41,960, Expert can reach £40,125 - £42,064 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer I £39,930
Intermediate Level Manufacturing Engineer I £40,255
Senior Level Manufacturing Engineer I £40,875
Specialist Level Manufacturing Engineer I £41,288
Expert Level Manufacturing Engineer I £41,392
£39,930 0 yr
£40,255 < 2 yrs
£40,875 2-4 yrs
£41,288 5-8 yrs
£41,392 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 1%
Intermediate Level 0%
Senior Level 2%
Specialist Level 3%
Expert Level 3%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Manufacturing Engineer I?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Manufacturing Engineer I are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £43,475 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £40,554, and Manchester pays around £38,586 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Manufacturing Engineer III or Manufacturing Engineer I?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Manufacturing Engineer III makes more than a Manufacturing Engineer I. A Manufacturing Engineer III earns an average annual salary of £45,850. And a Manufacturing Engineer I earns an average annual salary of £40,255.

Job Title Salary Range in GBP
Manufacturing Engineer III
£36,639
£55,896
Manufacturing Engineer II
£26,242
£41,041
Manufacturing Technician I
£16,172
£20,348
Manufacturing Engineer Manager
£53,792
£84,962

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