Engineering department manager NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for engineering department manager.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for engineering department manager is 20010 (Engineering managers), a TEER 0 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 1): +70 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 100 for a job offer.
NOC code
20010
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Level 1
+70 work · 100 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 20010 covers
Engineering managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of an engineering department, service or firm. They are employed by a wide range of private sector and government establishments and by consulting engineering and scientific research companies.
| Unit group | 20010 — Engineering managers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Natural and applied sciences and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities and operations of an engineering department, service or firm
- Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the department, service, laboratory or firm
- Consult and negotiate with clients to prepare specifications, explain proposals and present engineering reports and findings
- Assign, coordinate and review the technical work of the department or project teams
- Recruit personnel and oversee development and maintenance of staff competence in required areas
- May participate directly in the design, development and inspection of technical projects or in the engineering work of the department.
To use NOC 20010 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 20010 →
Other job titles under NOC 20010
- Electrical engineering manager
- Engineering manager
- Production engineering manager
- Telecommunications engineering service manager
- Director of engineering research and development
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 20010, one of these may fit better:
- Chemical engineering technician — NOC 22100 (Chemical technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
- Chemical engineering technologist — NOC 22100 (Chemical technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
- Civil engineering technician — NOC 22300 (Civil engineering technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
- Civil engineering technologist — NOC 22300 (Civil engineering technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
- Department store clerk — NOC 64100 (Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers, TEER 4)
- Department store manager — NOC 60020 (Retail and wholesale trade managers, TEER 0)
- Department store president — NOC 00014 (Senior managers - trade, broadcasting and other services, TEER 0)
- Department store supervisor — NOC 62010 (Retail sales supervisors, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for engineering department manager?+
In NOC 2021, "engineering department manager" is an example title in unit group 20010 — Engineering managers. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Natural and applied sciences and related occupations" broad category.
Is engineering department manager eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 20010 is TEER 0, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does engineering department manager get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 20010 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 1. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 70 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 100 (whichever is higher).
Can a engineering department manager get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 20010 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says engineering department manager but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 20010. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.