Industrial products designer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for industrial products designer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for industrial products designer is 22211 (Industrial designers), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
22211
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 22211 covers
Industrial designers conceptualize and produce designs for manufactured products. They are employed by manufacturing industries and private design firms or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 22211 — Industrial designers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Natural and applied sciences and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Consult with client, engineers or production specialists to establish product requirements
- Analyze the intended use of product and user preferences
- Conduct research into cost, properties of production materials and methods of production
- Develop manual and computer-assisted design (CAD) concepts, sketches or models for approval
- Prepare manufacturing drawings, specifications and guidelines for production and construct prototype of design
- Consult with engineers and production staff during manufacturing stage.
To use NOC 22211 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 22211 →
Other job titles under NOC 22211
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 22211, one of these may fit better:
- Advertising designer — NOC 52120 (Graphic designers and illustrators, TEER 2)
- Agricultural products inspection supervisor — NOC 22111 (Agricultural and fish products inspectors, TEER 2)
- Agricultural products inspector — NOC 22111 (Agricultural and fish products inspectors, TEER 2)
- Aircraft interior designer — NOC 52121 (Interior designers and interior decorators, TEER 2)
- Apprentice industrial instrument mechanic — NOC 22312 (Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics, TEER 2)
- Bank note designer — NOC 52120 (Graphic designers and illustrators, TEER 2)
- Clay products grader — NOC 94104 (Inspectors and testers, mineral and metal processing, TEER 4)
- Clay products moulder — NOC 94103 (Concrete, clay and stone forming operators, TEER 4)
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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 industrial products designer?+
In NOC 2021, "industrial products designer" is an example title in unit group 22211 — Industrial designers. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Natural and applied sciences and related occupations" broad category.
Is industrial products designer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 22211 is TEER 2, 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 industrial products designer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 22211 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a industrial products designer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 22211 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 industrial products designer 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 22211. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.