The Government of Australia has brought out the ANZSCO list which enlists all the occupations where in there is a short of skilled labor for the nation to contribute to the specific industry. The ANZSCO list consists of two sub-lists known as Schedule 3 and Schedule 4.

Those occupations which are present in Schedule 3 have to be applied for via the General Skilled Migrant program where as those in Schedule 4 through the Sponsored (State Nomination/Blood Relation) or under Regional Programs. In case of the occupation of electronics engineer, it falls in both the above lists which give the applicant a choice to apply via either of the two.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• To design various electronic components, industrial applications, computer circuits and systems and communication and control systems.
• Monitoring the computer installation and commissioning, communication and control systems and to cater to appropriate control and protection methods.
• Based on either optical fibre, wireless communication media or the wired ones, designing communication bearers.
• Determining and supervising the performance as well as standards pertaining to safety and for procedures related to operations, maintenance, modifications as well as repair of these systems.
• Design, develop and execute signal processing algorithms by selecting proper hardware and software.

Apart from the above, there are additional responsibilities which the professional would be expected to perform.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or higher education.
• In some cases, both qualification as well as relevant experience is required to qualify for the same.
• On the job training might be required in specific cases.

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If you are one of those mechanical engineers planning to live and work in Australia but are foreign trained, then here’s what you need to know. Before you file for immigration, you must first get your skills assessed by the relevant assessment body. Engineers Australia (IEAust) is the authorizing body for your skills evaluation for qualifications other than that of the Australian ones. There are only 3 occupational categories in Australia under which you can apply. These are:

• Professional Engineer
• Engineering Technologist
• Engineering Associate

Qualifying Conditions

For a mechanical engineer, the qualifying conditions include the following:

• You should have a Bachelor’s degree or a higher qualification. Relevant experience is also mandatory under certain circumstances.
• You should have a valid license or registration as a mechanical engineer.
• Incase of General Skilled Migration, certain points have to be scored by you to qualify for immigration.
• You have to fulfill the registration and licensing requirements depending on the territorial requirements.
• Meet the requirements of the English language skills brought out by the IEAus.
• Additional requirements might be needed on your skills and profile.

However, the skill level requirements would be different incase a skill level is required for skilled migration.

Job Tasks

The typical job profile for a mechanical engineer is expected to be the following:

• A mechanical engineer should be able to design, plan and organize the assembly, erection, operation as well as the maintenance of mechanical processing plants and its installations.
• Mechanical equipment designing, machinery, products and components for the purpose of manufacturing and construction.
• Developing guidelines for the selection of materials and equipment, the required piping, designing the overall layout of the plant for the purpose of manufacturing.
• Managing projects and organizing for the timely delivery of raw materials and equipment,
• Detailed programs for the coordination of the different project activities.
• Devising a control system to maintain the standards of quality and performance with respect to safety and cost.
• Verification and certification of the contracts administered, supervising the entire process and so on.
• Working in coordination with other engineers for the testing and completion of the project.
• Specializing in research is an added advantage like fields such as the utilization of energy, thermodynamic processes, fluid mechanics and environmental controls.

However, the requirements and the tasks tend to vary depending upon the category under which you have applied for assessment. To know more, it is best to contact an immigration and visa expert since he would be the one updated with all the latest.

The job of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (mechanical) requires you to perform inspection, and test, repair and install aircraft hydromechanical, piston and other flight system parts. Other tasks may include:

• Final testing and adjustments. In addition the applicant is required to conduct routine check-ups.
• Proper use of anti-corrosion agents
• Supervising with servicing aspects related with engine accessories and motors.
• Maintaining records of the inspection and the action taken.
• Checking parts on a regular basis. The procedure involves dismantling the sub-assemblies and making use of various apparatus for the purpose.
• Rectifying defects acknowledged after test or by flight crews.
• Checking oil lines on a regular basis.
• Keeping a check on controlling cables and other aircraft components.

Similar occupations/Specializations

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airframes)
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Engines)

Occupation List

• The occupation is listed in the MODL
• It is on the list of Skilled Occupation List
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) as a profession is also a part of the Employer Nomination Scheme

Basic Facets

• The applicant must fulfill the essential requirements like the formal qualifications and the required work experience needed to work as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) in Australia.
• In addition, it is mandatory to get a AQF Certificate III (Australian Qualifications Framework) or Licensing (which ever is applicable)
• You are required to have your skills assessed by a relevant assessment authority, in your case – Trades Recognition Australia (TRA).

After getting a positive assessment from the body, you can apply for your Immigration process after taking the guidance from an expert Immigration specialist, which will be your next step.

Engineering is considered as one of the most renowned occupations all over the world. A specialization as an Electronic Engineer is listed in one of the most demanded occupations for migrants in Australia. Other specializations may include Mechatronics Engineer, Radio Engineer, including others. Therefore, those who are linked with this profession are in great demand by the Australian employers.

Tasks Include

• The applicant is required to design, develop, adapt, and maintain electronic components. In addition, the responsibilities include maintenance of circuits, communication and control systems and other applications related with the job of electronic engineering.
• Designing embedded software, developing apparatus and conduct processes to test a wide range of electronic components and circuits.
• Provide guidance in the installation, monitoring the performance and ensure that everything is done in accordance with the set standards.
• Designing communication bearers linked with optical fibers and other mediums and then analyzing the communication traffic and transmission.
• Developing and designing various signal processing algorithms by making use of apt hardware and software.

Basic facets

• The basic requirements include a Bachelor Degree (BSc/BE Engineering) or Higher qualification, which ever is applicable.
• A relevant experience (in accordance with the degree and specialization opted for) is required. In a majority cases, experience required is a minimum of one year or above.
• It is essential to have your registration done or obtain a license.
• Also, it is mandatory to get a positive skill assessment from “Engineers Australia,” for which the applicant is required to hold an apt degree and meet certain English requirements.

Occupation List

• “Electronics Engineer” as an occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List.
• It is also listed in the Migration Occupations in Demand List.
• Get a sponsorship for your ‘PR Visa Employer Nomination’ from an Australian Employer.
• You can a Temporary business sponsorship from an Australian or overseas employer which will last for four years.

The options are wide! The only thing that you need to do is hire the services of an Immigration and Visa expert and get all the guidance related with your application process.

The tasks of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer require you to inspect, install and test aircraft electrical and avionic system. In addition, following are the job responsibilities that are related with this occupation:

• Determine the specifications and relevant drawings linked with the aircraft components. In addition, the job seeker is required to test and install the hardware and other components.
• Testing and replacing the components and aircraft oxygen system, if the need arises.
• Perform regular inspecting of the avionics and other systems like communication system, aircraft electrical and pulse systems, to name a few.
• The task may also involve manufacturing aircraft electrical and other components.

Basic Requirements

• An AQF Certificate III or relevant qualification, whichever is applicable.
• Registration or licensing is a vital aspect.
• Other job titles are Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Electrical, Instruments and Radio).

Occupation List

• It is listed on the Migration Occupations in Demand in Australia (MODL) that makes it one of the most preferred occupations.
• It is also on the Skilled Occupations List (You can also consider applying for Skilled Migration to Australia as your option).
• You get a sponsorship from an Australian business for your PR Visa Employer Nomination or an Australian or overseas business can sponsor you under the Temporary Business Sponsorship.

These are just the basic requirements. There are some other facets that are linked with the option of working as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) in Australia. One can also take assistance from an Immigration specialist to know more about the application forms.