Our 2025 Collins McNicholas Guide for Semiconductor/Engineering Salaries in Ireland delivers comprehensive insights into pay trends across Ireland for the Engineering sector. Covering eight regions, including Dublin, South, South East, Midlands, Midwest, West, Northwest and North East, our guide is a valuable benchmarking tool for companies seeking to remain competitive.
Our analysis is grounded in robust data: we surveyed over 5,900 job seekers and analysed more than 400 successful placements between January and March 2025.
Focus on Semiconductor/Engineering salaries in Ireland
Ireland’s position as a global hub for semiconductor innovation is stronger than ever and the demand for engineering talent continues to rise. Ireland’s semiconductor sector alone generated €15.5bn in 2023 and employs over 20,000 people. As Europe ramps up chip production, the need for skilled engineers, technicians, and designers is more urgent than ever.
Public perception of engineering is also positive, as many people believe that engineering offers a positive career path for young individuals, featuring interesting work, abundant job opportunities, and good financial rewards...
- Damien Owens, Chartered Engineer, FIEI, EUR ING, Engineers Ireland, Director General
To secure its place in Europe’s growing chip market, Ireland must invest in talent through stronger industry-university partnerships, expanded training, and cross-sector opportunities to build a sustainable semiconductor workforce.
Our Salary Guide explores a variety of job titles and the typical salaries you can expect to see within the Semiconductor sector, for example:
Engineering Manager
Facilities Manager
Equipment Technician
Design Engineer
Electronic Engineer
Field Service Engineer
Materials Engineer
Verification Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Electrical Technician
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Engineering Manager
Facilities Manager
Equipment Technician
Design Engineer
Electronic Engineer
Field Service Engineer
Materials Engineer
Verification Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Electrical Technician
For Jobseekers
For those considering a career in the Semiconductor/Engineering sector, whether you’re a Facilities Manager or a Design Engineer, this guide offers a clear view of the opportunities and rewards available in a sector powering the next generation of global innovation. As a professional exploring your next move, staying ahead of salary trends is key.
Businesses in the Semiconductor/Enginering sector can use our Salary Guide as a crucial tool to benchmark salaries and stay competitive in an essential industry. We provide support for permanent, temporary and contract placements for the Enginering sectors. Find out more about our recruitment services for Semiconductor/Enginering businesses.
Davin Ferguson is a Recruitment Manager with Collins McNicholas in Connacht & the North West. If you are interested in hiring Engineering candidates, contact Davin today at davin.ferguson@collinsmcnicholas.ie.
