Are you paying market rates?

Engineering talent is moving fast and if your salaries aren’t keeping up, your candidates will be.
 
Right now, salary expectations in the private sector are climbing particularly in high-skill technical roles like mechanical design, embedded software, electronics and R&D. We’ve seen average advertised salaries increase between 8–12% across many engineering disciplines over the past 18 months, with some niche roles rising by 15% or more, especially where demand outweighs supply.
 
Some companies are trying to keep salaries flat and they’re noticing a sharp drop in application quality. Others are offering above-market packages and quickly filling roles with top-tier talent.
 
If you haven’t reviewed your salary bands recently or if you’re struggling to attract the right candidates, it might be time for a sense check.
 
At IntaPeople, we work closely with engineering teams across South Wales and beyond. We know what your competitors are paying and what candidates are walking away from.
 

 

📊 Want a quick benchmark?

We’re happy to provide a tailored salary guide or a role-specific salary comparison based on real-time market data.
 
📩 Get in touch if you’d like to compare your current salaries to others hiring for the same talent.