Etchers & Engravers
Code: 51-9194.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Engrave or etch metal, wood, rubber, or other materials. Includes such workers as etcher-circuit processors, pantograph engravers, and silk screen etchers.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Acid Etch Operator
Award Machine Operator
Chemical Engraver
Electronic Engraver
Engraver
Etcher
Laser Engraver
Photo Engraver
Screen Making Technician
Wet Process Technician
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Inspect etched work for depth of etching, uniformity, and defects, using calibrated microscopes, gauges, fingers, or magnifying lenses.
- Examine sketches, diagrams, samples, blueprints, or photographs to decide how designs are to be etched, cut, or engraved onto workpieces.
- Clean and polish engraved areas.
Frequently Asked Questions About Etchers & Engravers
Salaries for a Etchers & Engravers vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Etchers & Engravers in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Etchers & Engravers include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Etchers & Engravers professionals across diverse sectors.
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