Railway engineer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for railway engineer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for railway engineer is 73310 (Railway and yard locomotive engineers), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer.
NOC code
73310
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 73310 covers
Railway locomotive engineers operate railway locomotives to transport passengers and freight. They are employed by railway transport companies. Yard locomotive engineers operate locomotives within yards of railway, industrial or other establishments. They are employed by railway transport companies and industrial or commercial users of rail transport.
| Unit group | 73310 — Railway and yard locomotive engineers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 3 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of less than 2 years, or 6+ months of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Railway locomotive engineers
- Operate locomotives to transport passengers and freight on railways
- Operate communication systems to communicate with train crews and traffic controllers to ensure safe operation and scheduling of trains
- Inspect assigned locomotives and test operating controls and equipment.
- Yard locomotive engineers
- Operate locomotives to switch, couple and uncouple cars for loading and unloading
To use NOC 73310 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 73310 →
Other job titles under NOC 73310
- Locomotive engineer - railway
- Switch engineer - railway
- Transfer hostler - railway
- Yard engineer - railway
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 73310, one of these may fit better:
- Acoustics engineer — NOC 21301 (Mechanical engineers, TEER 1)
- Adhesives engineer — NOC 21320 (Chemical engineers, TEER 1)
- Aerodynamics engineer — NOC 21390 (Aerospace engineers, TEER 1)
- Aeronautical engineer — NOC 21390 (Aerospace engineers, TEER 1)
- Aerospace engineer — NOC 21390 (Aerospace engineers, TEER 1)
- Aerospace structural engineer — NOC 21390 (Aerospace engineers, TEER 1)
- Aerospace systems engineer — NOC 21390 (Aerospace engineers, TEER 1)
- Aerospace test engineer — NOC 21390 (Aerospace engineers, TEER 1)
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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 railway engineer?+
In NOC 2021, "railway engineer" is an example title in unit group 73310 — Railway and yard locomotive engineers. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is railway engineer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 73310 is TEER 3, 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 railway engineer get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 73310 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 2. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 40 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 70 (whichever is higher).
Can a railway engineer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 73310 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 railway engineer 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 73310. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.