22300

Civil engineering technologists and technicians

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

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Natural & applied sciences

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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

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.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice. For official regulatory guidelines, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a licensed immigration professional.

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