Will 3D Printing Wages Increase in the Future?

A 2014 study by the Employment Orientation Board was commissioned to determine the future of jobs in certain industries, concluding over 50% of jobs we know of today are likely to disappear within our lifetime. However, there are new industries springing up every year hiring new workers in new positions. These news industries including 3D printing, a new innovative industry. A recent study on wages in the additive manufacturing industry conducted by Alexander Daniels Gloval sought to find out more about the future of 3D printing wages.

Alexander Daniels Global’s study was conducted with 5,000 professionals and employees in the 3D printing industry. These ranged from manufacturers of machinery, materials, software developers, and more.

Additive Manufacturing: Job Demand Surplus

Although additive manufacturing has been around for over 30 years, it is only now that the technology is beginning to become widely adopted. Therefore, there are less people trained in the area, creating a war to recruit talent. Interestingly, the study found an unemployment rate for the additive manufacturing at close to 0%, showing its popularity. Companies are therefore offering talented employees more and more attractive wages with better perks as well. Another reason for the lack of available workers is the industry is growing quickly – faster than people are becoming qualified in additive manufacturing. Companies therefore need to retain their current staff and develop a strong recruitment strategy.