A Barometer of the Profession in Ireland is the eighth in a series of reports by Engineers Ireland tracking developments in the engineering profession in Ireland. The report covers insights relevant to all disciplines of engineering.
The purpose of Engineering 2025 is to measure, analyse and learn from trends in engineering employment and the perception of engineering in Ireland.
68% of engineering employers expect their financial position to improve in 2025.
94% of the public state they view engineers as highly competent. The public also perceives engineering as an interesting, well-paid and rewarding career.
6,060 students graduated from engineering courses in 2023. Apprenticeships are also a viable route into an engineering career, 22% of organisations who responded already have apprenticeships, with plans to grow the number of apprentices employed.
66% of the respondents were already aware of Engineers Ireland’s commitment to sustainability. As engineers, the public believes we are ‘critical to combating climate change and biodiversity loss’.
This report is a barometer of the profession in Ireland, which Engineers Ireland has compiled on an annual basis.
The purpose of Engineering 2023 is to measure, analyse and learn from trends in engineering employment and the perception of engineering in Ireland.
The Engineers Ireland Salary Survey presents up-to-date information on engineers' salary levels and employment benefits in Ireland.