22211
Industrial designers
- Express Entry skill level
- Yes
- Regulated in Québec
- No
- In demand in Manitoba
- No
Classification
Natural & applied sciences
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Definition
Industrial designers conceptualize and produce designs for manufactured products. They are employed by manufacturing industries and private design firms or they may be self-employed.
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Consult with client, engineers or production specialists to establish product requirements
- Analyze the intended use of product and user preferences
- Conduct research into cost, properties of production materials and methods of production
- Develop manual and computer-assisted design (CAD) concepts, sketches or models for approval
- Prepare manufacturing drawings, specifications and guidelines for production and construct prototype of design
- Consult with engineers and production staff during manufacturing stage.
Example job titles
- •furniture designer
- •industrial design consultant
- •industrial designer
- •industrial products designer
- •product designer
Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, Industrial Designers fall under NOC code 22211 within the TEER 2 category. These professionals conceptualize and produce designs for manufactured products, working across diverse sectors such as manufacturing industries, private design consulting firms, or as self-employed individuals. For Canadian immigration purposes, this occupation is highly valued and is eligible for key economic pathways, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program managed through the Express Entry system, as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP).
According to the official Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) framework, typical duties for NOC 22211 include consulting with clients to determine design requirements, preparing design concepts, sketches, and detailed 3D models, and determining materials, production costs, and manufacturing specifications. To qualify under this classification, candidates generally require a university degree or college diploma in industrial design or a closely related discipline, along with a strong portfolio showcasing creative and technical design capabilities.
Express Entry candidates under NOC 22211 can claim points for their skilled work experience, which must be verified through official reference letters outlining these exact ESDC-aligned duties. Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal or immigration advice. For specific legal guidance, please consult with a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) or a qualified immigration lawyer.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.