Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 72'000 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 72'000 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 75'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 78'000 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 80'600 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 85'696 |
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Swiss professionsWood & Interior Construction
Holzingenieur/in FH
You plan sustainable wood structures and lead innovative construction projects
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
As Holzingenieur/in FH, you develop sustainable building concepts, lead projects and drive innovation in the wood sector.
Wood is more than just a building material. It is a future technology. As Holzingenieur/in FH, you combine technical know-how with ecological responsibility. You plan wooden buildings. You optimise manufacturing processes. You lead teams to sustainable results. Your knowledge of wood as a raw material makes you a sought-after specialist in Switzerland and abroad.
FieldWood & Interior Construction
Education pathHigher Education Profession
IndustryWood Industry, Carpentry & Joinery
Swissdoc 0.510.20.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Food Engineer. Based on 460 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
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| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 78'000 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 74'000 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 75'226 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 78'000 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Berne | CHF 78'500 | 42 |
| Zurich | CHF 78'250 | 72 |
| Lucerne | CHF 78'000 | 30 |
| St. Gallen | CHF 75'000 | 55 |
| Thurgau | CHF 66'125 | 16 |
| Aargau | CHF 64'850 | 60 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Machine / System construction | CHF 102'500 | 11 |
| Public administration / Associations | CHF 100'500 | 5 |
| Retail trade / Wholesaling | CHF 91'888 | 15 |
| Consumer / Luxury goods industry | CHF 78'000 | 76 |
| Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals | CHF 76'500 | 26 |
| Service sector in general | CHF 75'608 | 6 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom "Bachelor of Science BFH in Holztechnik"
Official education path
You complete a six-semester full-time study with the option of an internship and receive a federal diploma.
Typical training path
Eidg. anerkanntes Diplom "Bachelor of Science BFH in Holztechnik"
Prerequisites
- Abschluss einer beruflichen Grundbildung in der Holzwirtschaft mit Berufsmaturität
- Abschluss einer anderen beruflichen Grundbildung mit Berufsmaturität and (usually one-year) internship in the wood industry
- Gymnasiale Maturität and (usually one-year) internship in the wood industry
- Abschluss einer Höheren Fachschule im Bereich Holz
Requirements
- Great interest in the material wood
- Independent way of working
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Analytical-conceptual skills
- Technical understanding
Where this can lead
Career changers can prove that they have equivalent practical experience and professional knowledge.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Technical understanding
- Analytical skills
- Leadership skills
- Ecological thinking
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You check the load-bearing capacity of a new wood structure on your computer. You then discuss the implementation directly with the craftsmen on site.
- You plan sturdy wood structures for house and interior construction.
- You check designs for technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
- You optimise manufacturing processes for efficient wood processing.
- You lead construction projects sustainably and according to business criteria.
- You train staff and promote interdisciplinary teamwork.
- You research new materials and ecological production techniques.
- You monitor construction work and ensure quality.
Working conditions
You work in engineering offices, wood industry companies or research institutes. You are often also active on construction sites or in international development cooperation.
Where to learn
- Berner Fachhochschule Architektur, Holz und Bau (AHB)Solothurnstr. 102, 2500 Biel
Strengths
- Technical understanding
- Analytical skills
- Leadership skills
- Ecological thinking
Trade-offs
- High responsibility
- Travel demands
- Dynamic industry
- Physical strain
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