NOC 22300Civil engineering technologists and technicians

TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory

NOC 22300 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Civil engineering technologists and technicians. It is classified TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.

Express Entry eligible: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Natural & applied sciences

2 › 22 › 223 › 2230

Definition

Civil engineering technologists and technicians provide technical support and services to scientists, engineers and other professionals, or may work independently in fields such as structural engineering, municipal engineering, construction design and supervision, highways and transportation engineering, water resources engineering, geotechnical engineering and environmental protection. They are employed by consulting engineering and construction companies, public works, transportation and other government departments and in many other industries.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Civil engineering technologists
Develop conventional and computer-assisted design (CAD) engineering designs and drawings from preliminary concepts and sketches
Prepare construction specifications, cost and material estimates, project schedules and reports
Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections or technical investigations of topography, soils, drainage and water supply systems, road and highway systems, buildings and structures to provide data for engineering projects
Conduct or supervise inspection and testing of construction materials
May supervise, monitor and inspect construction projects.
Civil engineering technicians
Assist in developing engineering specifications and drawings
Participate in field surveys, inspections or technical investigations of topography, soils, drainage and water supply systems, road and highway systems, buildings and structures to provide data for engineering projects
Perform other technical functions in support of civil engineering activities.

Example job titles

•bridge design technician
•building materials technician
•civil engineering technician
•civil engineering technologist
•construction specifications writer
•construction technologist
•foundation technologist
•highway technician

Track the latest Express Entry and Québec draws →

Overview

Civil engineering technologists and technicians (NOC 22300) play a vital role in Canada's infrastructure development under the TEER 2 category of the NOC 2021 system. These professionals assist civil engineers with design, research, and construction supervision across structural, municipal, and transportation projects. To practice, candidates typically require a two- to three-year college diploma in civil engineering technology or a closely related field, and some provinces may require provincial certification.

Because NOC 22300 is classified under TEER 2, qualified individuals are eligible to apply for Canadian permanent residency through key economic immigration programs. This includes Express Entry pathways such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) tailored to high-demand technical professionals.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

Check program eligibility →

Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 22300 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Civil engineering technologists and technicians is TEER 2, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.

What education or training does NOC 22300 usually require?

Civil engineering technologists and technicians is classified as TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.

Get the next draw in your inbox

One short email when IRCC publishes a new Express Entry draw — the cutoff, invitations, and what it means. Roughly every two weeks. No spam, ever.

By subscribing you consent to receive draw-alert emails from ScoreRoute Canada. Every email includes a one-click unsubscribe. See our privacy policy for details.

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