Insider Secrets of STEM Hiring Trends in Ireland
With 37% of organisations in Ireland planning to grow their STEM teams in 2026 (Across Manufacturing, Engineering, Life Science, & Construction Markets) and significant skill shortages across key sectors, understanding the current market matters more than ever.
Our STEM Recruitment Partners 2026 Salary Guide provides the strategic insight you need to make informed decisions and secure future success.
Our Salary Guide Includes:
- Detailed salary ranges across Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Construction
- Emerging motivators for STEM professionals in Ireland
- Skill predictions for critical roles in automation, validation, and quality
- Regional salary comparisons between Ireland and Northern Ireland
- Over 22,300 additional engineers are needed in Ireland over the next decade.
- 84% of engineering employers are facing significant job openings.
- Potential skills undersupply of 2,200 science, research, engineering, and technology professionals annually in Northern Ireland.
Download the full salary guide today and benefit from specialist insights that can ensure your success in 2026.
STEM Recruitment Partners
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Helena O'Brien Senior Recruitment Consultant
- November 27, 2025
- 061540941
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