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Computer Hardware Engineer

Design and innovate the future of computer technology.

32 000 – 85 000 EUR (€)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree or higher in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related fields.
Education level
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Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Positive
Employability
2-3 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Positive
Employability
2-3 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
32 000 – 42 000 EUR/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
42 000 – 60 000 EUR/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
60 000 – 85 000 EUR/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — Belgium

Access to the profession generally requires a university degree in engineering fields with internships or apprenticeships providing hands-on experience.

Alternative routes include technical schools followed by specialization courses.

Training — Belgium

The formation relies on a professional curriculum oriented towards electrical engineering, computer science, and embedded systems design.

It combines theoretical knowledge with practical laboratory work and project-based learning.

The job market — Belgium

The market demand for computer hardware engineers is moderate, sustained by sectors such as electronics manufacturing, automotive, and telecommunications.

  • Remote work is rare due to the hands-on nature of hardware development.
  • Automation risk is medium, with steady growth expected.

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