It is possible to move to other types of work eg technical sales, commissioning, or design based on knowledge of products. Opportunities to move to consulting work. The salary data was collected in Aug 99 Salaries vary considerably by location, sector and size of organisation and by the nature of its business. Working hours and conditions Typically includes mainly 9-5 possibly with some extra hours Occasional to frequent unsocial hours to meet deadlines. Work is conducted in an office, laboratory or on-site.
Locations vary but positions with manufacturing companies tend to be in industrial areas.
Geographic availability Jobs are available in most areas Many posts are available in industrial areas. Available quite widely elsewhere. Lifestyle implications Travel away from home, in Britain and abroad is commonly possible. Weekend work is sometimes required to meet deadlines. Drug and alcohol testing is possible in safety related industries.