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Diplom-Ingenieur/in (FH, Maschinenbau/Physikalische Technik)

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Salary: what employees earn

Actual salary (BA Entgeltatlas), not a pay scale. Median pay of full-time employees subject to social insurance; part-time is not included. The salary in your contract may differ.

Median per month (gross)

€7,209

  • Region: Germany
  • Applies to the occupational group KldB 25184
  • Data import: October 2026
  • Reference period of the figure: not stated in the dataset
  • The source states the number of cases and the publication threshold.

Source: BA-Entgeltatlas

More about this figure

Minimum rates are not actual salaries and are listed in the pay scale section.

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Pay scales and minimum rates

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There is no verified statement on statutory pay under the BGB for this occupation yet.

Statutory minimum wage

  • Statutory

    €13.90 per hour

    valid from 2026-01-01, until 2026-12-31

    § 1 Nr. 1 MiLoV5: „ab 1. Januar 2026 13,90 Euro brutto je Zeitstunde“

Source: Fifth Minimum Wage Adjustment Ordinance (MiLoV5), Federal Law Gazette 2025 I No. 268 · As of 2026-10-27

Upcoming rates (1)

  • Statutory

    €14.60 per hour

    valid from 2027-01-01 · upcoming

    § 1 Nr. 2 MiLoV5: „ab 1. Januar 2027 14,60 Euro brutto je Zeitstunde“

Source: Fifth Minimum Wage Adjustment Ordinance (MiLoV5), Federal Law Gazette 2025 I No. 268 · As of 2026-10-27

Terms explained
Generally binding collective agreement (AVE)
A collective agreement that the labour ministry has declared binding for all employers in a sector – even without union membership.
Framework agreement (Manteltarifvertrag)
Sets general working conditions such as working hours, leave and notice periods, not the level of pay.
Pay agreement (Entgelttarifvertrag)
Sets how much is paid per pay grade.
Pay grade (Entgeltgruppe)
The classification by task and qualification. It decides which amount in the pay table applies to you.

Which pay scale might apply to you?

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BMAS collective agreement register

Career: possible moves

Occupations people move to from this one. Every rating shows how it was derived.

  • Lean Manager

    Logistik, Industrie & Produktion

    Editorially selected · Dataset as of 2026-05-24

    Rating: schwer

    about 18 months

    Derivation

    What you bring: production_planning, Prozessmanagement

    According to the dataset: qualification paths

    Show qualification routes (1)
    • Lean-Methodik und Changemanagement(required)
      2 options
      • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 5 Tage, akkreditierter Bildungsträger
      • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, 10 Tage, akkreditierter Bildungsträger
    Check this switch
  • Projektmanager/Projektmanagerin

    Management & Strategie

    Editorially selected · Dataset as of 2026-05-24

    Rating: schwer

    about 18 months

    Derivation

    What you bring: data warehouse, machine_operation, production_planning

    What is still missing: Confluence, Controlling, Partner Communication, Product Management, Strategic Finance

    According to the dataset: qualification paths

    Show qualification routes (5)
    • Confluence
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Kenntnisse in kollaborativer Dokumentationssoftware werden durch praktische Nutzung im Projektalltag aufgebaut. Herstellerseitige Dokumentation und innerbetriebliche Einarbeitung sind ausreichend; die Fähigkeit wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Controlling
      1 option
      • IHK-/Kammer-Zertifikatslehrgang
        Description from the dataset

        Grundlagen des Projekt-Controllings lassen sich über einen IHK-Zertifikatslehrgang (z. B. Kosten- und Leistungsrechnung, Projektcontrolling) systematisch erwerben. Hochschulen und Fachschulen bieten ergänzende Weiterbildungsmodule an; die Fähigkeit wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Partnerkommunikation
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Kommunikation mit internen und externen Projektpartnern wird durch strukturierte Praxis und Feedback aufgebaut. Die Fähigkeit wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Produktmanagement
      1 option
      • IHK-/Kammer-Zertifikatslehrgang
        Description from the dataset

        Grundlagen des Produktmanagements lassen sich über einen IHK-Zertifikatslehrgang oder ein Hochschulzertifikat (z. B. Produktmanagement, technisches Marketing) erwerben. Die Fähigkeit wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Strategisches Finanzmanagement
      1 option
      • IHK-/Kammer-Zertifikatslehrgang
        Description from the dataset

        Strategische Finanzgrundlagen lassen sich über einen IHK-Zertifikatslehrgang oder ein Hochschulzertifikat (z. B. Unternehmensfinanzierung, Investition und Finanzierung) erwerben. Ergänzend eignen sich Weiterbildungsangebote an Hochschulen und Fachschulen; die Fähigkeit wird neu aufgebaut.

    Check this switch
  • Vertriebsingenieur

    Sales & Customer

    Editorially selected · Dataset as of 2026-06-14

    Derivation

    What you bring: Logistikleitung, machine_operation, Medical Documentation, production_planning, Prozessmanagement, Transport

    What is still missing: data warehouse, machine_operation, production_planning

    According to the dataset: qualification paths

    Show qualification routes (3)
    • Data Warehouse
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Grundkenntnisse in BI-Systemen und Datenbankstrukturen werden durch praxisbegleitende Weiterbildung bei einem Hochschul- oder IHK-Träger aufgebaut. Im Vertriebskontext sind Anwender-Kenntnisse ausreichend. Wird neu aufgebaut.

    • Maschinenbedienung
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Bereits vorhanden und übertragbar aus dem Ingenieur-Hintergrund in Maschinenbau und physikalischer Technik.

    • Produktionsplanung
      1 option
      • Praxiserfahrung
        Description from the dataset

        Bereits vorhanden und übertragbar aus dem ingenieurwissenschaftlichen Studium und der Praxis in Maschinenbau und physikalischer Technik.

    Check this switch

Further paths have not been researched reliably yet.

Where else you can go

Routes many people do not think of straight away. Every statement names source and date; what is missing reads “not documented yet”.

  • Certified Technical Business Manager (IHK)

    You combine technical knowledge with business administration, management and leadership. You work where engineering meets commercial tasks.

    Why you fit

    The chamber admits engineers with a state-recognised qualification and two years of relevant practice. Your FH diploma covers the engineering part.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Apply online to the IHK for admission, then sit the exam in three parts: business action, management and leadership, and a technical project paper with an oral discussion. Courses are offered by providers; the chamber page does not make attendance a condition.

    Source: IHK Düsseldorf: Technischer Betriebswirt · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: File the admission application with your IHK before booking a course.

  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering (M.Sc.)

    You deepen mechanical engineering on a scientific level and qualify for more demanding development and leadership roles. The degree ends with a master's thesis.

    Why you fit

    Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Lower Saxony) admits graduates of an accredited Diplom programme in mechanical engineering.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Master's programme in mechanical engineering (M.Sc.) at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences; entry with a qualifying degree from an accredited bachelor's or Diplom programme in mechanical engineering or related fields. The flexible master lets you combine work and study.

    Source: Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences: Master's in mechanical engineering, facts and figures · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Duration
    Standard period of study: 4 semesters with 120 credits.

    Source: Hochschule Osnabrück: Master Maschinenbau, Daten und Fakten · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Compare the admission rules of two or three universities with your diploma certificate.

  • Teaching at vocational schools (career changer route)

    You teach metal technology or related subjects at vocational schools. Mathematics or physics and pedagogy come on top.

    Why you fit

    TU Munich (Bavaria) aims its Master of Education explicitly at graduates of engineering programmes such as mechanical engineering.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Integrated Master of Education in vocational training at TU Munich (Bavaria) with the second state examination for teaching at vocational schools. The first year is mostly at the university, then a traineeship at a vocational school with trainee pay follows.

    Source: TU Munich: Master's in teaching at vocational schools · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Duration
    6 semesters full-time, 120 ECTS; applications for the winter semester only.

    Source: TU München: Master Lehramt an beruflichen Schulen · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Ask your state's education authority whether your diploma counts for career-changer entry.

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  • Publicly appointed expert witness

    You write expert opinions that a layperson such as a court can follow and check. You stay impartial and independent.

    Why you fit

    Above-average knowledge and practical experience in the field count; you build both over years in mechanical engineering.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Apply to the competent IHK (here IHK Frankfurt am Main) with reports, references and certificates; an expert committee tests your expertise in writing or orally, followed by appointment and swearing-in. Each IHK sets its own procedure.

    Source: IHK Frankfurt am Main: Sachverständiger werden · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Read your IHK's expert regulations and check whether your field has demand.

  • Occupational safety specialist

    You advise the employer on occupational safety and accident prevention. Employers must appoint such specialists in writing where required.

    Why you fit

    The law names the safety engineer: they must be entitled to use the title Ingenieur and have the needed expertise.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Under section 7 (1) ASiG a safety engineer must be entitled to use the title Ingenieur and have the safety expertise needed for the assigned tasks. This provision does not say how you acquire the expertise.

    Source: Section 7 ASiG · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Ask the responsible accident insurance body how to acquire the expertise.

  • Project management certificate (IHK)

    You plan and steer company projects with resource, cost and time planning. You work with requirement and specification documents.

    Why you fit

    The course builds on first experience with company projects, which you bring from development or production.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    IHK certificate course with classroom days and online work in between; topics are resource and cost planning, standards, project organisation, requirement and specification documents, and time management.

    Source: IHK Köln: Projektmanager · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Duration
    not documented yet
    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Check the dates at your IHK and compare them with your project phases.

  • Quality manager certificate (IHK)

    You introduce and maintain a quality management system under ISO 9001 and run internal audits. You apply methods of continuous improvement.

    Why you fit

    Process and standards knowledge from design and production helps with documentation and audits.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    Four modules at the IHK academy Freiburg/Offenburg: QM basics, ISO 9001 system, internal audits, QM methods; the final qualification is the Qualitätsmanager:in (IHK) certificate.

    Source: IHK Freiburg: Qualitätsmanager:in (IHK) · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Duration
    Four weeks in class, about 80 teaching units.

    Source: IHK Freiburg: Qualitätsmanager:in (IHK) · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Check whether single modules are enough for your current tasks.

  • Lean manager for production (IHK)

    You improve production flows along the value stream. You involve employees at all levels.

    Why you fit

    The course targets specialists and managers who want to use lean in their own area; process knowledge from mechanical engineering helps.

    The route there

    Further training and exam
    IHK certificate course as live webinar with self-study, closing with an IHK course certificate; for one date the page lists an IHK certificate test, written and oral online. A basic qualification is recommended beforehand, such as the certificate Beauftragte/-r für Lean-Management (IHK).

    Source: IHK Aachen: Lean manager · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Duration
    54 teaching hours as live webinar plus about 6 teaching hours of self-study.

    Source: IHK Aachen: Lean Manager · As of 2026-10-31 (abgerufen)

    Cost
    not documented yet
    Funding
    not documented yet
    Salary
    not documented yet

    Your next step: Clarify whether you need the lean basics first.

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