How to Immigrate to Australia as an Electrical Engineer

Ever wondered how we receive electricity 24/7 without interruption? Behind this framework are the electrical engineers, the experts who design, develop, and maintain power systems, equipment, and technologies that keep our homes, industries, and cities running smoothly.

Well, if you are an electrical engineer who aspires to immigrate to Australia and build their dream of becoming an Australian permanent resident, then find out how you can immigrate to Australia as an electrical engineer?

 Define Electrical Engineer

An Electrical Engineer (ANZSCO Code- 233311) is a technical professional who designs, develops and supervises the manufacturing, installation, operation and maintenance of equipment, machines and systems for the generation. They are also responsible for distribution, utilisation and control of electric power.

 Over the past few years, the profession of Electrical Engineers has been in great demand in Australia, putting the profession on the list of some of the highest paying job profiles in Australia. Indeed, the demand for electrical engineers is increasing, there has been an acute shortage of skilled electrical engineers in Australia as they are being listed on the Australia Shortage Occupation List.

 Shortage Occupation List

 Tasks and Duties of an Electrical Engineer

An Electrical Engineer is entitled to perform hardcore duties so as to bring life easier in all sectors. There are a lot of tasks and duties an electrical engineer has to perform while discharging his duties. The tasks and duties are:

 ❖  Planning and designing power plants and electricity equipment.

❖  Deciding how circuits, transformers, and power lines should be arranged.

❖  Creating products like electric motors, machines, and appliances.

❖  Reading and following technical drawings, standards, and rules for electrical systems.

❖  Managing the resources needed for making and supplying electrical machines and parts.

❖  Setting up timelines for delivery and installation of cables, machines, and fittings.

❖  Overseeing the running and maintenance of power plants, transmission lines, and factories.

❖  Designing and installing traffic control systems for roads, railways, and airports.

❖  May also focus on research in areas like power generation, transformers, motors, and control systems.

 Visa Pathways to Immigrate to Australia as an Electrical Engineer

 1.  Skilled independent Visa (Subclass 189)

Subclass 189, defined as the independent visa as it does not require any kind of nomination or sponsorship in order to immigrate to Australia. This subclass visa allows applicants to immigrate on the basis of skills inherited during their career.

 2.  Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

Subclass 190, also known as nominated visa as it allows applicants to immigrate to Australia when they are being nominated by the Australian states such as Queensland, New South Wales, and South Australia.

 3.  Skilled Work Regional (Provision) Visa (491)

Subclass 491, allows skilled professionals to immigrate to Australia when they are nominated by the regional areas of Australia such as Hobart, Gold Coast, and Perth.

 4.  Graduate post-Vocational Visa (Subclass 485)

Subclass 485, designed for international students who have just graduated with an associate degree and want to immigrate to Australia for better education or employment opportunities.

 Average Salaries Drawn by an Electrical Engineer in Australia

Australia offers ample opportunities to skilled professionals, and electrical engineers earn a significant amount during their career. Their salaries are completely dependent on the level of education attained and years of experience. However, an electrical engineer earns an average salary as: 

 How to Immigrate to Australia as an Electrical Engineer

If an Electrical Engineer wants to immigrate to Australia and desires to settle as an Australian permanent residents then he just needs to follow these simple steps:

 1.  Check Eligibility

The foremost step in the immigration process is to check eligibility factors such as 65 points and selected occupation on the Australian occupation list. So, if you are an electrical engineer and desires to immigrate to Australia, you must look for these eligibility factors:

❖  65 points:

●    Age

●    Work experience

●    Educational qualifications

●    English language proficiency test score (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL)

❖   Selected occupation to be listed on the Australia Skilled Occupation List with valid ANZSCO Code

 2.  Skill Assessment from Skillset

The next step in the process of application is obtaining a positive skill assessment report. An Electrical Engineer must submit all the educational credentials to Engineers Australia Skill Assessment Authority. The skill assessment authority assures, the applicant’s education is equivalent to Australian standards. Along with educational credentials, applicants need to submit some of the essential documents such as:

●    Valid passport

●    Employer reference letter

●    Work experience letter

●    Bank statement (3-6 months)

●    English proficiency test score report

 3.  Apply ROI

After receiving a positive skill assessment report, applicants are required to submit ROIs (Registration of Interest). Subclass 190 and 491 are two visas which mandates the submission of ROIs. Without submission of ROIs, applicants cannot proceed with the procedure of immigration as they are official declarations, stating candidates' interest in Australian states or territories for immigration.

 4.  Register EOI

After successful submission of ROIs, the next step would be to lodge an EOI (Expression of interest). EOIs are official statements required by the authorities in order to know the purpose behind immigration and duration of stay in Australia. 

 5.  Receive ITA

The last step in this journey is receiving an ITA (Invitation to Apply) from the Department of Home Affairs. Receiving an ITA ensures completion of the procedure and allows the submission of the official documents of the applicant.

 Australia’s rapid growth in renewable energy, infrastructure, and advanced technology has created ample opportunities for skilled electrical engineers. For electrical engineers, immigrating to Australia is more than a career move; it’s a chance to become Australian permanent residents.