Production and process engineers Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median production and process engineers salary in the UK is £47,711 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £50,261, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £23.91.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £39,073 in East Midlands to £57,855 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£47,711
Annual
UK Mean
£50,261
Annual
Hourly Rate
£23.91
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £57,855 | £67,688 | £49,704 |
| East | £56,302 | £57,773 | £57,864 |
| South West | £47,354 | £44,249 | £49,276 |
| Wales | £47,056 | £45,607 | £52,284 |
| North West | £47,043 | £51,876 | £51,582 |
| South East | £46,884 | £46,494 | £45,430 |
| Scotland | £44,998 | £47,338 | £48,752 |
| North East | £44,220 | £49,124 | £49,079 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £44,070 | £50,179 | £48,696 |
| West Midlands | £42,476 | £46,216 | £46,422 |
| East Midlands | £39,073 | £42,569 | £42,563 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average production and process engineers salary in the UK?
The median production and process engineers salary in the UK is £47,711 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £50,261, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays production and process engineers the most?
London pays the highest production and process engineers salaries with a median of £57,855.
How does production and process engineers pay vary by region?
Production and process engineers salaries range from £39,073 in East Midlands to £57,855 in London.
Are production and process engineers salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for production and process engineers?
The median hourly rate for production and process engineers in the UK is £23.91 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.