Electronics engineer | Average UK Salary & Outlook

In terms of people already doing this job:

• 50% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
• 21% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
• 8% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree

You can do a Level 4 or 5 Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering before applying for a job.

You'll need:

• knowledge of computer operating systems, hardware and software
• knowledge of engineering science and technology
• maths knowledge
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• analytical thinking skills
• design skills and knowledge
• the ability to work well with others
• to be flexible and open to change
• to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device