ANZSCO 233914
Engineering Technologist
Engineering Technologist is the occupational category for graduates of three-year engineering technology programmes, or professional engineers whose qualification is not Washington Accord recognised. It is assessed against the Stage 1 Engineering Technologist competencies — a different standard from Professional Engineer, not a lesser version of it.
- Assessing authority
- Engineers Australia
- Occupational category
- Engineering Technologist
- Occupation list
- MLTSSL
- Indicative salary
- 80k – 140k
Quick answer
Who assesses ANZSCO 233914 Engineering Technologist?
Engineers Australia assesses ANZSCO 233914 Engineering Technologist at Engineering Technologist level. The occupation has been listed on the MLTSSL, supporting subclass 189, 190, 491, 482 pathways. Indicative Australian salaries run from AUD 80,000 to AUD 140,000.
Visa pathways for Engineering Technologist
Subclasses this occupation has supported, subject to the current occupation list and each state's own nomination criteria.
- Subclass 189
- Subclass 190
- Subclass 491
- Subclass 482
Occupation lists change. Verify on the current skilled occupation list before lodging.
Career episode angles that work for Engineering Technologist
Three distinct, non-overlapping directions. Pick projects where you can show your own calculations, decisions and their consequences.
- 1
Applying established engineering methods and standards to a defined technical problem you owned
- 2
Adapting or improving an existing design, process or system using recognised techniques
- 3
A technical investigation where you selected the method, gathered data and delivered a recommendation
Technical content assessors look for
- Applied engineering analysis
- Standards-based design
- Testing & measurement
- Technical documentation
- CAD and analysis software
- Project coordination
Mistakes specific to this occupation
Applying for Professional Engineer with a technologist qualification and being downgraded
Writing episodes pitched above the technologist competency standard
Assuming this category limits your visa options — it is on the MLTSSL
Engineering Technologist salary in Australia
Market demand: High
Indicative planning range assembled from published market data and recruiter guides. See our engineer salary guide for discipline and experience breakdowns.
ANZSCO 233914 — frequently asked questions
Who assesses ANZSCO 233914 Engineering Technologist?
Engineers Australia is the assessing authority for ANZSCO 233914 Engineering Technologist. Engineers Australia assesses this occupation against the Stage 1 competency standard, normally through a Competency Demonstration Report unless your qualification is accredited or accord-recognised.
Is Engineering Technologist on the skilled occupation list?
ANZSCO 233914 Engineering Technologist has been listed on the MLTSSL, which supports the subclass 189, 190, 491, 482 pathways. Occupation lists are revised by legislative instrument — verify the current status on the Department of Home Affairs website before lodging an EOI or visa application.
What salary can a Engineering Technologist expect in Australia?
Indicative salaries for Engineering Technologist in Australia range from AUD 80,000 to AUD 140,000 depending on experience, state and sector. Graduate roles start lower and senior or specialist roles exceed the upper figure.
What should a Engineering Technologist write career episodes about?
Choose projects where you personally performed engineering analysis or design. For Engineering Technologist, strong episodes cover applying established engineering methods and standards to a defined technical problem you owned; adapting or improving an existing design, process or system using recognised techniques; and a technical investigation where you selected the method, gathered data and delivered a recommendation.
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