In 2023, Germany led the global number of employees in architectural and engineering activities, with 684,000 persons, reflecting a 2.28% increase from the previous year. The UK follows with 534,450 employees, marking a 2.4% rise. South Korea experienced a modest increase of 1.15% to 275,700 employees. Most European countries, including Spain, Netherlands, and Sweden, saw growth around 0.57% to 2.03%, while Slovenia faced a slight decline of 0.48%. Over the past five years, the global industry experienced steady growth, with a CAGR averaging modest gains annually.
Future trends to watch include digitalization in architectural and engineering processes, increasing demand for sustainable engineering solutions, and a potential rise in technical testing roles driven by stricter regulatory standards worldwide. Additionally, emerging markets may provide new growth opportunities for industry employment.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Architectural and Engineering Activities; Technical Testing and Analysis by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 684 | 2023 | +2.09% | +2.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 534.45 | 2023 | +1.71% | +2.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 275.7 | 2023 | +0.73% | +1.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 196.9 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 115 | 2023 | +0.88% | +0.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 115 | 2023 | +1.77% | +2.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 98.8 | 2023 | +1.13% | +1.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 97.7 | 2023 | +1.88% | +2.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 67.33 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 58.63 | 2023 | +3.06% | +3.65% | View data |
