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NOC 22301 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Mechanical 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.
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Definition
Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians provide technical support and services or may work independently in mechanical engineering fields such as the design, development, maintenance and testing of machines, components, tools, heating and ventilating systems, geothermal power plants, power generation and power conversion plants, manufacturing plants and equipment. They are employed by consulting engineering, manufacturing and processing companies, institutions and government departments.
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Overview
Under Canada's NOC 2021 system, Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians are classified under NOC code 22301. This occupation falls under TEER 2, making highly qualified professionals eligible for key economic immigration pathways such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) through the Express Entry system. Individuals in this unit group play an essential role by providing technical support and services in the design, development, testing, production, and operation of machines, components, tools, heating and ventilating systems, and power plants.
To meet the employment requirements for NOC 22301, candidates typically require completion of a two- to three-year college program in mechanical engineering technology to work as a technologist, or a one- to two-year college program for technician roles. Certification in mechanical engineering technology or a related field is available through provincial associations and may be required by some employers. Common job titles in this category include mechanical engineering technologist, HVAC technologist, robotics technician, and mechanical design technician, with employment opportunities spaning across manufacturing, consulting engineering, and government sectors.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Mechanical 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.
Mechanical 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.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.