21301

Mechanical engineers

TEER 1 — Usually require a university degree

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Natural & applied sciences

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Definition

Mechanical engineers research, design and develop machinery and systems for heating, ventilating and air conditioning, power generation, transportation, processing and manufacturing. They also perform duties related to the evaluation, installation, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems. They are employed by consulting firms, by power-generating utilities and in a wide range of manufacturing, processing and transportation industries, or they may be self-employed.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanisms, components and systems
Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems
Design power plants, machines, components, tools, fixtures and equipment
Analyze dynamics and vibrations of mechanical systems and structures
Supervise and inspect the installation, modification and commissioning of mechanical systems at construction sites or in industrial facilities
Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs and provide guidance to industrial maintenance crews
Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for industrial construction or maintenance
Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates.

Example job titles

•acoustics engineer
•automotive engineer
•design engineer - mechanical
•energy conservation engineer
•fluid mechanics engineer
•heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) engineer
•mechanical engineer
•mechanical maintenance engineer

Overview

Under the official ESDC NOC 2021 system, Mechanical Engineers fall under Code 21301 within TEER Category 1. This highly skilled occupation involves researching, designing, developing, manufacturing, and testing mechanical devices, engines, machines, and thermal systems. Mechanical engineers are employed in diverse sectors across Canada, including consulting engineering firms, manufacturing and processing industries, and public sector departments.

To qualify for this occupation, a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline is required. Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of professional engineers is mandatory to approve engineering drawings and reports and to practice as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). For Canadian immigration, NOC 21301 is eligible under Express Entry streams such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), as well as targeted Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.