The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Process Control Engineer
• Process Engineer (Chemical)

• Researches, designs, develops and improves chemical processes, process systems, reactions and materials
• Identifies ways to optimise performance of chemical equipment and processes while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Develops operating procedures, safety protocols and methods to deal with by-products and waste materials, and troubleshoots problems with chemical manufacturing processes
• Collaborates with plant designers to develop chemical plant specifications, equipment and control instruments for the production process
• Supervises the fabrication and installation of equipment and systems for chemical processes and transportation
• Monitors and analyses data from processes, and conducts research and experiments to develop new chemical processes and improve existing ones
• Provides technical support and guidance to staff involved in chemical processes and plant operations
• May use computer models to identify cost-effective production methods while minimising risks

Physical metallurgists and welding engineers are excluded from this occupation. Physical metallurgists and welding engineers are included in Occupation 243133 Materials Engineer.

• Applies physical and chemical methods to separate and concentrate valuable minerals and metals from ores
• Designs process flowsheets and metallurgical plant processes used to extract metals and minerals from ores
• Manages process, metallurgical, smelter and refinery plant operational performance
• Produces metal and mineral concentrates, and refined or alloyed metals for market
• Analyses, develops, produces and improves the quality and purity of metals and alloys
• Develops and improves control methods to store and treat waste material produced in extractive metallurgical processes

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Corrosion Engineer
• Materials Welding Engineer
• Physical Metallurgist

• Researches and analyses the properties of various materials to produce new composite materials
• Tests materials under different conditions to examine their properties and behaviour to determine their use in various applications or in the development of new technologies
• Analyses the results of laboratory testing on faulty materials to determine the causes of material defects and develop solutions
• Studies the performance of materials to evaluate their deterioration rate under different conditions and identify main factors contributing to degradation
• Produces cost estimates and analyses the feasibility of using different materials in engineering projects
• Conducts analysis on welds to identify welding issues, associated risks, and provide or develop solutions and appropriate mitigation methods

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

Rail Engineers and Water Engineers are excluded from this occupation. Rail Engineers are included in Occupation 243233 Rail Engineer. Water Engineers are included in Occupation 243236 Water Engineer.

• Airfield Engineer Officer (Air Force)
• Coastal Engineer
• Construction Engineer
• Road Engineer

• Analyses site locations and conducts surveys to determine the feasibility and requirements of civil engineering projects
• Undertakes calculations, designs and develops specifications for civil engineering projects, and provides solutions to design-related issues
• Studies, evaluates and reports on the environmental implications of civil engineering projects to ensure compliance with existing regulations
• Determines construction methods, materials and quality standards for civil engineering projects

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Assesses construction plans to determine its feasibility based on the understanding of the construction site gathered from geological maps, aerial photographs, project data, collected historical information and other sources
• Collects and tests soil and rock samples to determine their properties and assist in the assessment of geotechnical parameters used in design
• Assesses the impact of soil and rock mechanical properties on the stability of existing structures
• Performs geotechnical calculations and modelling to evaluate the characteristics of the site under study, and use the results from their analysis to design foundations and other geotechnical structures
• Investigates, identifies and analyses geological risks and hazards related to the site, such as landslides, liquefaction or soil erosion
• Develops strategies to minimise risks and recommend appropriate safety measures, such as drainage systems, soil improvement techniques and slope stabilisation methods, to incorporate in the project design

Registration or licensing may be required.

Rail Signalling Engineers are excluded from this occupation. Rail Signalling Engineers are included in Occupation 243332 Rail Signalling Engineer.

• Rail Track Engineer
• Rolling Stock Engineer

• Designs, plans and develops rail tracks and rail system infrastructure, and forecasts the cost of rail projects
• Identifies suitable rail routes to develop effective and sustainable rail systems that meet the needs of clients and communities
• Analyses issues or faults in rail systems and provides advice on suitable engineering solutions
• Ensures building work on rail projects complies with existing safety standards and regulations

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Structural Design Engineer

• Bridge Engineer
• Facade Engineer
• Tunnel Engineer

• Calculates pressures, loads and stresses on structural foundations to ensure the safety of the construction
• Studies and analyses the strength of building materials to select and advise on the suitable ones for the construction
• Conducts structural inspections to evaluate the conditions and foundations, and assess the structural integrity
• Uses computer models to simulate and predict the structure's behaviour under varying conditions, such as high winds, flooding or earthquakes
• Researches and improves construction techniques and structural designs

Registration or licensing may be required.

Rail Engineers are excluded from this occupation. Rail Engineers are included in Occupation 243233 Rail Engineer.

• Traffic Engineer

• Designs, plans and evaluates transportation systems or parts of systems, such as highways, urban transit, ports, rail and airports
• Analyses traffic data to identify and predict future travel flow patterns, and conducts studies to determine the feasibility and costs of transportation projects
• Researches and analyses existing transport systems to identify needs and issues, and plans modifications to improve safety
• Uses computer models to simulate transport problems to identify suitable engineering solutions

Registration or licensing may be required.

Coastal engineers and hydraulic engineers (mechanical) are excluded from this occupation. Coastal engineers are included in Occupation 243231 Civil Engineer. Hydraulic engineers (mechanical) are included in Occupation 243532 Mechanical Engineer.

• Hydraulic Engineer (Civil)
• Water and Wastewater Engineer
• Water Resources Engineer

• Plans, develops and improves water facilities and equipment, such as sewers, pipes and pumping stations
• Develops plans for controlling runoff and overland flow to minimise the risk of contamination of nearby bodies of water, such as rivers and lakes, by polluted water
• Studies water quality to identify and characterise sources of water pollution
• Uses computer models to simulate risks of flooding and propose engineering solutions
• Evaluates the operation and maintenance of water or wastewater systems to identify ways to improve their efficiency in a sustainable way
• Designs building features to ensure the supply or removal of fluids in a safe and efficient way
• Designs water or wastewater treatment plants, sewage systems, stormwater capture and treated water reuse schemes

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Electrical Design Engineer
• Grid Connection Engineer
• Power System Engineer
• Renewable Energy Engineer

• Plans, designs and tests power stations and equipment used for the generation, distribution, transmission and utilisation of electric power
• Develops new ways to store power generated by renewable and sustainable energy sources, such as solar, wind and sea
• Determines the type and arrangement of circuits, networks, transformers, circuit-breakers, transmission lines and other equipment
• Installs and tests electrical systems and processes
• Uses software and performs detailed calculations to plan, design and develop manufacturing, construction and installation standards and specifications to improve electrical systems
• Leads and coordinates electrical infrastructure projects in industries such as transportation, construction and manufacturing
• Provides technical expertise in electrical service design, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• May specialise in research in areas such as power generation and transmission systems, transformers, switchgear and electric motors, telemetry, and control systems
• May manage and integrate renewable energy sources, including battery storage, into the electricity grid

Registration or licensing may be required.

Rail Engineers are excluded from this occupation. Rail Engineers are included in Occupation 243233 Rail Engineer.

• Signalling Engineer

• Designs, implements and solves technical problems with rail signalling systems
• Provides technical advice and retrofits existing signalling systems to update them, either in response to regulations or to improve efficiency and performance
• Ensures that the rail signalling design conforms to all safety, environmental, construction, commissioning and operational requirements
• Prepares and reviews the signalling design with appropriate solutions to satisfy customer specifications, such as signalling arrangement plans, power calculations, headway signalling spacing calculations, and circuit designs
• Engages with stakeholders to discuss rail signal plans and prepares case studies to understand specifics of signalling installation
• Oversees the maintenance and operations of rail signalling equipment, and investigates equipment faults
• Assists the construction team with on-site signalling equipment installation, testing or commissioning
• Researches, develops and optimises electrical, control and signalling systems
• May oversee tender preparation, including ensuring all technical elements of the tender are coordinated between design, testing, commissioning and construction team members

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Combat System Engineer
• Control and Instrumental Engineer
• Hardware Engineer

• Analyses and prepares material costs, time estimates and design specifications for electronic systems and equipment, and ensures compliance with relevant regulations and standards in electronic engineering
• Develops operating standards for electronic systems and equipment
• Models and simulates processes for the development of new electronic devices
• Designs and integrates electronic circuits, components, systems and equipment for various applications
• Adapts and modifies existing electronic components and systems to meet specific requirements
• Installs, tests and maintains electronic components and systems to ensure proper functioning and optimal performance

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Integrated Logistics Support Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Process Engineer (Industrial)
• Quality Assurance Engineer (Industrial)
• Systems Engineer (Industrial)

• Plans, implements and coordinates the sequence of operations in an industrial facility to maximise efficiency of time and resources
• Estimates production costs and risks associated with product design, process changes and fabrication
• Analyses data and product specifications to determine the quality of finished products, identify quality issues, and implement strategies for improving products and processes
• Designs systems and processes to minimise production issues and optimise resource use
• Develops and implements quality control procedures to ensure product and process consistency
• Identifies and analyses potential hazards in industrial facilities, and develops and implements safety policies and strategies to mitigate them

Registration or licensing may be required.

Hydraulic engineers (civil) are excluded from this occupation. Hydraulic engineers (civil) are included in Occupation 243236 Water Engineer.

• Building Services Engineer
• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Engineer
• Hydraulic Engineer (Mechanical)

• Designs mechanical equipment, machines, tools and components for agricultural, mining, construction, manufacturing and other industrial purposes
• Plans and designs the layout, flow and processes of mechanical and process plants
• Oversees the assembly, erection and commissioning of mechanical and process plant and installations
• Studies and analyses mechanical systems and components to evaluate their performance
• Inspects, maintains and tests mechanical equipment, and investigates mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance issues

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Automation and Control Engineer (Production or Plant)
• Automation Engineer (Production or Plant)
• Control Systems Engineer (Production or Plant)
• Maintenance Engineer (Shipbuilding)

• Determines and plans the layout of equipment and machines in industrial plants
• Develops and implements strategies to improve the performance and efficiency of production and plant activities
• Coordinates the construction, modification and maintenance of equipment and machines in industrial plants
• Identifies and resolves technical issues and problems in industrial plants
• May use established systems to recognise and control at-risk behaviours and situations, and support the interaction of personnel and equipment in production activities
• May manage autonomous fleets of vehicles, and identify and implement operational improvements for autonomous fleet management systems to improve efficiency, productivity and overall operations in production activities

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

Drilling engineers (petroleum) are excluded from this occupation. Drilling engineers (petroleum) are included in Occupation 243632 Petroleum Engineer.

• Drill and Blast Engineer (Mining)
• Process Engineer (Mining)

• Plans and designs mining operations, including the location and layout of the mine development
• Researches and improves the efficiency and safety of mining methods and equipment
• Monitors and evaluates mining operations to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Assesses mineral reserves and analyses production costs to determine the viability of mining projects
• Conducts geological surveys and analyses data to identify mineral deposits
• Optimises procedures to extract raw materials from the ground using blasting, drilling and other excavation methods

Registration or licensing may be required.

Drill and blast engineers (mining) are excluded from this occupation. Drill and blast engineers (mining) are included in Occupation 243631 Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum).

• Drilling Engineer (Petroleum)
• Reservoir Engineer
• Subsea Engineer (Oil and Gas)

• Plans, researches, designs and provides advice on engineering operations for the exploration, location and extraction of oil and gas
• Conducts studies to determine potential locations for drillings
• Uses computer models to determine ideal recovery processes, and simulate and predict reserve performance
• Analyses reservoir rock and fluid data to design optimum methods of controlling the flow of oil or gas from wells
• Monitors the evaluation of wells, well testing and well surveys

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Measures sound levels, reverberation and vibration within buildings and outdoor environments
• Analyses and performs tests on acoustic designs to enhance or control sound and vibration
• Models, predicts, measures and assesses the impact of noise on the environment and noise sensitive receptors, including wildlife
• Advises on materials and structures that can be used to minimise noise levels that could disrupt the local environment, and ensures those levels comply with local laws
• Designs noise and vibration attenuation solutions for environmental noise, building engineering services systems in buildings, transport infrastructure and industry

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Aeronautical Engineer
• Aerospace Engineer Officer - Aeronautical (Navy, Air Force)
• Aerospace Engineer Officer - Armament (Air Force)
• Aerospace Engineer Officer - Electronics (Air Force)
• Propulsion Engineer

• Designs and develops aircraft, launch vehicles and spacecraft, components and systems
• Studies and analyses aerospace products to improve their efficiency, performance and safety
• Researches and identifies new technologies, materials and methodologies that can help to improve aerospace products and systems
• Tests, evaluates and assesses aircraft or spacecraft systems, prototypes and equipment to ensure compliance with regulations and standards
• Analyses data to solve technical issues identified in aircraft or aerospace vehicles and their systems
• Inspects damaged aircraft or spacecraft products to identify source of problems and provide possible solutions

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Bioengineer
• Clinical Engineer
• Medical Engineer
• Medical Equipment or Device Engineer

• Designs and develops biomedical systems and devices, including artificial or bionic organs and parts, prosthetics, diagnostic machines and health monitoring devices
• Maintains medical equipment and devices, and performs safety checks to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Oversees the implementation of medical devices and systems in health care settings
• Provides support and training to Health Professionals to effectively use medical devices
• May work in clinical settings to diagnose and resolve problems, including analysing data from medical imaging technology
• May design software to run medical equipment or computer simulations to test new drug therapies and delivery systems
• May work with scientists in nanotechnology to design new materials to create medical products

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Biomedical Engineering Technologist
• Industrial Engineering Technologist
• Mining Engineering Technologist
• Safety Engineering Technologist
• Structural Engineering Technologist

• Researches, identifies and recommends new engineering technologies to support engineering activities
• Modifies existing engineering technologies to improve their efficiency and effectiveness
• Collaborates with engineers and other Professionals to develop and implement engineering solutions
• Applies engineering technologies in the testing and implementation of engineering projects
• Conducts experiments and tests to evaluate the performance of engineering technologies
• Conducts inspections to ensure engineering technologies are applied in compliance with relevant regulations and standards

Registration or licensing may be required.

Acoustic Engineers and Environmental Consultants are excluded from this occupation. Acoustic Engineers are included in Occupation 243931 Acoustic Engineer. Environmental Consultants are included in Occupation 244431 Environmental Consultant.

• Assesses and identifies the potential environmental impacts of air, water, soil and noise levels of engineering projects
• Develops and designs equipment and sustainable processes to prevent, control or remediate environmental impacts
• Oversees and coordinates environmental management plans for engineering projects, such as hazardous waste treatment facilities and air pollution control systems, to protect the environment
• Works with Environmental Research Scientists, Urban and Regional Planners, and other Professionals to assess causes of long-term environmental problems, and to develop solutions
• Liaises with regulators, contractors and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure engineering projects meet environmental requirements and objectives
• May develop uses for renewable energy and contribute to sustainable energy planning and design
• May be involved in the development and planning of sustainable infrastructure, and implementation of environmental rating tools

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Fire Protection Engineer

• Designs fire detection, fire suppression and fire control systems and equipment
• Assesses and rates fire risks to ensure buildings comply with existing fire safety legislation and regulations
• Analyses building designs to develop fire strategies, including fire escape routes, safety systems and facilities for fire services
• Studies causes of fires and provides solutions to prevent them
• Uses computer modelling to simulate and understand fire, test safety levels and validate fire prevention systems
• Designs strategies to protect people and their environment from fire

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Robotics Engineer

• Researches, designs and develops intelligent systems, machinery and mechatronic components and equipment
• Designs prototypes for intelligent systems and mechatronic products
• Conducts computer modelling and simulations to assess mechatronic products performance
• Analyses mechatronics prototype test results and provides solutions on how to improve performance
• Designs, builds and implements mechatronic product modifications to improve safety, functionality and reliability

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Oversees the design, construction, repair, conversion or decommissioning of marine craft and floating structures
• Uses specialist CAD software to design marine craft and floating structures, taking into account factors such as stability, strength and performance
• Designs and coordinates the build of offshore floating structures such as offshore drilling platforms, floating units and subsea infrastructure installations
• Prepares detailed plans, specifications and cost estimates to establish basic characteristics of marine craft, such as size, weight and speed
• Ensures marine craft and floating structures comply with design specifications and safety and regulatory standards
• Collaborates with engineers and other Professionals to coordinate the design and layout of marine craft and floating structure systems, equipment, and machinery

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Agricultural Engineer
• Calibration Engineer
• Product Design Engineer
• Safety Engineer
• Test and Activation Engineer (Naval Shipbuilding)