Unleash Your Potential as Engineering Professionals (nec) (ANZSCO 233999)
ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS - ANZSCO 233999
An Engineering Professional nec (ANZSCO 233999) covers primary engineering specialisations that do not fit into specific standard ANZSCO titles. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill Level: 1 (Bachelor Degree or Higher Qualification)
Occupations in this group include:
- Acoustic Engineer
- Mechatronics Engineer
- Product Design Engineer
Average Income:
The average salary for an Engineering Professional (nec) is $101,490 for male employees and $121,339 for female employees per year.
Average Age: Males: 40.4 | Females: 37.3 | Persons: 40.0
[See: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2339 Other Engineering Professionals – Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia]
| ANZSCO Code | Skill Level | Assessing Authority | Occupation List Inclusion |
|---|---|---|---|
| 233999 | Skill Level 1 (Bachelor Degree or higher) | Engineers Australia (EA) | Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) & Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) |
| Skilled Occupation | ANZSCO Code | Assessing Authority | Permanent / GSM | 489 / 491 Visa | Employer Sponsorship | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 189 Visa | 190 Visa | State | Family | 186 Visa (DE) | 186 Visa | 482 / 457 All Area | 482 / 457 Regional Area | |||
| Engineering Professionals nec | 233999 | Engineers Australia | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Visa processing times-months (75%) | - | - | - | - | 10 | 17 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Visa processing times-months (90%) | - | - | - | - | 15 | 19 | 11 | 11 | ||
To obtain a positive skills assessment from Engineers Australia, applicants wishing to be assessed as an Engineering Professional (nec) MAY need to submit a Competency Demonstration Report (CDR).
| Round Date | Visa Subclass | Invitations Count | Points Score Cutoff | Visa Date of Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2019 (Current) | 189 Visa | 100 | 80 | 22/03/2019 4:31 pm |
| 09/05/2019 (Current) | 489 Visa (Provisional) (Family Sponsored) | 10 | 85 | 28/04/2019 1:45 am |
| 07/02/2018 (Previous) | 189 Visa | - | 80 | 15/03/2019 9:40 am |
| 07/02/2018 (Previous) | 489 Visa (Provisional) (Family Sponsored) | - | 80 | 12/10/2018 6:31 AM |
This unit group covers Engineering Professionals not elsewhere classified. It includes Aeronautical Engineers, Agricultural Engineers, Biomedical Engineers, Engineering Technologists, Environmental Engineers, and Naval Architects (Aus) / Marine Designers (NZ).
Indicative Skill Level:
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
- Problem-solving for complex challenges and projects.
- Managing and coordinating projects, resources, and budgets.
- Applying diverse technical expertise across engineering domains.
- Conducting research, development, and testing.
- Designing, evaluating, and ensuring quality.
- Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensuring regulatory compliance and safety.
- Maintaining documentation and reports.
- Providing support, training, and mentoring.
- Identifying and mitigating risks.
- Promoting sustainability and innovation.
Occupations:
- Aeronautical Engineer
- Agricultural Engineer
- Biomedical Engineer
- Engineering Technologist
- Environmental Engineer
- Naval Architect (Aus) \ Marine Designer (NZ)
- Engineering Professionals (nec)
| State / Territory | 190 Visa Sponsorship | 491 / 489 Visa Sponsorship | Key Requirements & Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Australia (SA) | ✓ | ✓ | Available to SA international graduates, OR applicants who worked in a skilled occupation in SA, OR have an immediate family member permanently residing in SA, OR high points stream. 1 year skilled work experience in past 3 years. Financial capacity, age ≤ 45, Competent Plus English. |
| Victoria (VIC) | ✓ | ✓ | IELTS 7.0 in each band minimum (or equivalent). Minimum work experience requirement applies unless exempted. Target sector employment in regional Victoria preferred. |
| Western Australia (WA) | ✓ | ✓ | State nomination available for General and Graduate streams subject to occupation demand lists. |
| Tasmania (TAS) | ✓ | ✓ | Formal job offer required for overseas applicants. Must meet residence history guidelines in Tasmania without residing in another Australian state/territory recently. |
| Visa Subclass | Visa Stream / Category | Pathway Type | Key Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subclass 186 | Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS DE) | Employer Nominated PR | Requires employer nomination, positive EA assessment, and relevant work experience. |
| Subclass 482 | Skills in Demand Visa (TSS) | Employer Sponsored Temporary Work | Sponsorship by Australian employer, Core or Specialist Skills stream. |
| Subclass 494 | Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional | Regional Employer Sponsored PR Pathway | Nomination by regional employer, positive skills assessment, under 45 years. |
Engineers Australia requires high-resolution colour PDF scans of the following original documents:
- Identification: Current passport bio-page, official national identity card, and standard passport photo.
- Academic Credentials: Bachelor degree certificate, full academic transcripts, and official syllabus/course outline in Mechatronics, Acoustics, Product Design, or related specialized engineering fields.
- Employment Evidence: Official work reference letters on company letterhead (detailing job title, weekly working hours, supervisor details, salary, and detailed engineering duties), tax returns, employment contracts, and pay slips.
- English Test Report: Official scorecard for IELTS, PTE Academic, or TOEFL iBT.
- CDR Deliverables: CPD record, 3 Career Episodes, Summary Statement, and tailored CV/Resume.
Applicants holding non-accredited qualifications must submit a Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) mapped to EA Stage 1 Competencies:
A detailed table listing technical education, domain-specific software tools (SolidWorks, MATLAB, LabVIEW, ANSYS, COMSOL), industry standards compliance, safety protocols, and professional memberships.
Technical narrative accounts (1,000–2,500 words each) written in the first person ("I designed", "I modeled", "I evaluated"):
- CE 1: Interdisciplinary engineering project execution (e.g., mechatronic system integration, acoustic modeling, product prototype design).
- CE 2: Research, technical innovation, system testing, or optimization of novel engineering components.
- CE 3: Regulatory compliance evaluation, risk mitigation, technical troubleshooting, or multidisciplinary project management.
A comprehensive cross-referencing matrix linking your Career Episode paragraphs directly to Washington Accord / EA Stage 1 competency elements for Professional Engineers.
A professionally structured CV highlighting your specialized engineering roles, technical software skills, project deliverables, and accomplishments.
| Test Name | Competent English (EA Minimum Requirement) | Proficient English (+10 Points) | Superior English (+20 Points) |
|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / General | 6.0 in L, R, W; 7.0 in Speaking & Overall | 7.0 in each band | 8.0 in each band |
| PTE Academic | 50 in L, R, W; 65 in Speaking & Overall | 65 in each section | 79 in each section |
| TOEFL iBT | L:12, R:13, W:21, S:23 (Overall 93) | L:24, R:24, W:27, S:23 | L:28, R:29, W:30, S:26 |
| Category / Authority | Assessment or Application Type | Fee (AUD incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Engineers Australia | Standard CDR Assessment Pathway | $1,001.00 |
| Engineers Australia | Washington / Sydney / Dublin Accord Pathway | $539.00 |
| Engineers Australia | Fast Track Service (20 Business Days) | $385.00 |
| Engineers Australia | Relevant Skilled Employment Assessment | $517.00 |
| Department of Home Affairs | Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Base Application Charge | $6,140.00 |
| Department of Home Affairs | Subclass 482 Skills Shortage Base Charge | $3,035.00 - $4,015.00 |