Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 76'000 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 80'000 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 96'915 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 79'477 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 95'000 |
Top HR
Swiss professionsConstruction
Betoningenieur/in
You plan and inspect concrete structures with a focus on sustainability.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
Concrete construction experts inspect structures, prevent damage, and promote sustainable building.
Concrete is a cornerstone of the modern construction industry. Betoningenieur/in combine technical know-how with ecological thinking. You analyze load-bearing structures, plan repairs, and optimize construction processes. Your goal is to create durable and resource-saving structures. This secures tomorrow's infrastructure and shapes sustainable cities for future generations.
FieldConstruction
Education pathHigher Education Profession
IndustryConstruction
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Engineer in Micro Engineering. Based on 68 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+8% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 77'700 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 77'800 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 78'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 83'875 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Machine / System construction | CHF 90'000 | 8 |
| Consumer / Luxury goods industry | CHF 85'100 | 10 |
| Industry various | CHF 78'375 | 18 |
| Medical Technology | CHF 77'800 | 7 |
| Commercial operation / Skilled crafts | CHF 76'000 | 13 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Diploma of Advanced Studies FHNW Betoningenieur/in
Official education path
You enter the field through part-time further training modules that specifically expand your professional knowledge.
Typical training path
Diploma of Advanced Studies FHNW Betoningenieur/in
Prerequisites
- Abschluss einer Fachhochschule (Architektur, Bauingenieurwesen) and 2 years of professional practice
Requirements
- technical understanding
- high sense of responsibility
- ability to develop, implement and review projects
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Technical understanding
- Sense of responsibility
- Project management
- Analytical thinking
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You inspect a construction site, check the concrete quality, and document any cracks. You then discuss the next repair steps with the team.
- You inspect existing concrete structures for damage and load-bearing capacity.
- You develop measures to prevent damage mechanisms in the building material.
- You plan and oversee repair work on historical or new structures.
- You analyze material properties and optimize concrete mixes for sustainability.
- You monitor execution quality throughout the entire construction phase.
- You prepare technical reports and document all inspection results.
Working conditions
You work in planning offices, construction companies, or specialized inspection services. You are often on active construction sites or in technical laboratories.
Where to learn
- Fachhochschule NordwestschweizRiggenbachstrasse 16, 4600 Olten
Strengths
- Technical understanding
- Sense of responsibility
- Project management
- Analytical thinking
Trade-offs
- Construction site demands
- High responsibility
- Physical strain
- Regulatory pressure
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