Migrant Hub
FeaturesPricingBlogContact
Log inGet started
HomeOccupationsANZSCO 233215
ANZSCO 233215Skill Level 1

Transport Engineer

Plans and develops transport systems to improve infrastructure efficiency and the cost effectiveness of moving people and freight. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level

Level 1

Bachelor degree or higher

Assessing Authority

Engineers Australia

The Institution of Engineers Australia

Eligible Visas

11

visa subclasses

Skilled Lists

2

active lists

Your Pathway

Three key steps to migrate through this occupation.

1

Skills Assessment

Get your qualifications and experience assessed by the relevant assessing authority.

2

Expression of Interest

Submit an EOI through SkillSelect with your points score and nominated occupation.

3

Visa Application

Once invited, lodge your visa application with supporting documents.

Overview

What this occupation involves according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Plans and develops transport systems to improve infrastructure efficiency and the cost effectiveness of moving people and freight. Registration or licensing may be required.

Typical Tasks

Common duties performed in this role.

Determining construction methods, materials and quality standards, and drafting and interpreting specifications, drawings, plans, construction methods and procedures
Organising and directing site labour and the delivery of construction materials, plant and equipment, and establishing detailed programs for the coordination of site activities
Obtaining soil and rock samples at different depths across sites and testing samples to determine strength, compressibility and other factors that affect the behaviour of soil and rock when a structure is imposed and determining the safe loading for the soil
Studying architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to estimate total costs, and preparing detailed cost plans and estimates as tools to assist in budgetary control
Monitoring changes to designs, assessing effects on cost, and measuring, valuing and negotiating variations to designs
Analysing structural systems for both static and dynamic loads
Designing structures to ensure they do not collapse, bend, twist or vibrate in undesirable ways
Assessing present and future travel flow patterns taking into account population increase and needs change
Designing the physical aspects of transportation systems such as highways, railroads, urban transit, air transportation, logistical supply systems and their terminals

Education & Experience

Indicative requirements for skills assessment.

Qualification

Bachelor degree or higher

Work Experience

Relevant work experience that may substitute for formal qualifications.

Closely Related Field

A qualification in a closely related field may be accepted with additional experience.

Documents Checklist

Common documents needed for the skills assessment application.

Assessing Authority

The organisation that assesses your skills for this occupation.

The Institution of Engineers Australia

Engineers Australia

Visit Website

Skills Assessment Requirements

What you need to get your skills assessed for this occupation.

This page explains how to obtain a migration skills assessment from Engineers Australia, which is required before applying for an engineering visa to Australia. It outlines the six-step application process, assessment pathways, eligibility criteria, and documentation requirements.

Important note

The assessment outcome letter is valid indefinitely with Engineers Australia, but applicants must check the Department of Home Affairs website for migration visa validity periods. Engineers Australia cannot provide migration advice or award migration points. Applicants can request outcome reviews or appeals if they disagree with their assessment. An online application guide is available to assist with the submission process. The portal allows applicants to check application status at any time.

Eligibility Criteria

7 criteria
  • Must be seeking to migrate to Australia as an engineer
  • Must have completed an engineering qualification (accredited or non-accredited)
  • If accredited qualification: must have completed it in or after the year the country became a full signatory to the relevant Accord (Washington, Sydney, or Dublin)
  • If Australian qualification: must be accredited by Engineers Australia and program must have been started during or after the year of accreditation commencement
  • If Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree from Australian RTO: must be accredited by Engineers Australia (as of 1 September 2024)
  • If seeking CDR pathway: applicable if qualification is provisionally-accredited, non-accredited, differs from accredited title, or combination demonstrates underpinning knowledge aligned with nominated occupation
  • Must meet English language requirements specified in application materials
  • Proof of qualification (original or certified copies)
  • Evidence of accreditation (where applicable) - can verify via International Engineering Alliance website
  • For CDR pathway: Competency Demonstration Report documents
  • English language certification (if applicable based on qualification country)
  • All documents as specified in the 'Prepare your migration skills assessment application' publication
  • Proof of work experience (as required by chosen assessment pathway)
  • Identification documents

Visa Eligibility

Visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for.

Pro feature
Visa Eligibility

See all eligible visas

Unlock the complete list of visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for.

  • All eligible visa subclasses and streams
  • Pathway-specific caveats and conditions
  • Direct links to visa guides
A$14/month
or A$119/yr · save A$49
Subscribe to ProSee all Pro features

Skilled List Membership

Which skilled occupation lists currently include this occupation.

Pro feature
Skilled List Membership

See skilled list history

Track which occupation lists this role has been on — and when it was added or removed.

  • Current list membership status
  • Historical list changes
  • Caveats and conditions
A$14/month
or A$119/yr · save A$49
Subscribe to ProSee all Pro features

State & Territory Nominations

Which states and territories currently nominate this occupation for state-sponsored visas.

Pro feature
State & Territory Nominations

Unlock state nomination data

See which states are actively nominating this occupation for 190 and 491 visas.

  • Per-state eligibility for 190 & 491
  • Nomination streams and conditions
  • Source links to official state lists
A$14/month
or A$119/yr · save A$49
Subscribe to ProSee all Pro features

Alternative Titles & Specialisations

Other names and specialisations classified under this ANZSCO code.

Alternative Titles

No alternative titles on record.

Specialisations

  • Roading Engineer (NZ)
Get the full picture for this occupation
Live cutoffs by state, every invitation round on record, and where you'd land in the queue today.
See the data