Migration Agents for Engineers

Engineering Occupations in Demand

Australia has persistent demand for engineers across multiple disciplines. Civil engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, mining engineers, and software engineers are consistently listed on skilled occupation lists. Salaries for engineers in Australia range from $75,000 for graduate positions to $150,000+ for experienced professionals, with mining and resources engineers often earning significantly more.

Visa Pathways for Engineers

Engineers have access to all major skilled visa pathways. The Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) is the most popular for engineers with high points scores. The Subclass 190 (State Nominated) is ideal for engineers willing to commit to a specific state for 2 years. Employer-sponsored visas (Subclass 482 and 494) are common in mining, infrastructure, and construction sectors.

Engineers Australia Skills Assessment

Most engineers need a skills assessment from Engineers Australia. If your degree is from a Washington Accord-accredited institution, the process is straightforward. Otherwise, you'll need to prepare a Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) consisting of three Career Episodes and a Summary Statement mapping your experience to competency elements. The CDR is where most applicants struggle — a migration agent can connect you with CDR writing specialists.

Why Engineers Need a Migration Agent

Engineering visa applications have specific complexities: selecting the correct ANZSCO code from dozens of engineering specialisations, preparing or reviewing CDR documents, calculating points accurately (especially for experience claims), and choosing between competing visa pathways. An agent who regularly handles engineering cases will know which ANZSCO code gives you the best chance and how to present your experience to maximise your points score.

How Much Does It Cost?

Migration agent fees for engineering visa applications typically range from $3,000 to $6,000 depending on the complexity. This usually covers initial assessment, pathway advice, skills assessment guidance, and visa lodgement. CDR writing assistance may be an additional $1,000-2,000 if required. Some agents offer fixed-fee packages while others charge hourly rates — always get a written cost agreement.

Relevant Visa Pathways

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