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OSCA 243133  |  ANZSCO 233112

Materials Engineer

Research, develop and evaluate materials including metals, ceramics, polymers and composites for use in engineering applications. Advise on material selection, manufacturing processes, failure analysis and performance optimisation.

Note on codes: OSCA 2024 (released December 2024) replaced ANZSCO in Australia. Both codes are listed as Engineers Australia continues referencing the ANZSCO number during the transition period. Source: ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0
Occupation details
OSCA Code243133
ANZSCO Code233112
Skill LevelLevel 1
Assessing AuthorityEngineers Australia
Assessment TypeCDR Required
OSCA Group243 Engineering Professionals
Occupation lists
MLTSSL — Eligible for Subclass 189, 190, 491
STSOL — Eligible for Subclass 190, 491
Labour Market Testing required for Subclass 482

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Main tasks
  • Researching and developing new materials with specific mechanical, thermal or chemical properties
  • Testing and characterising material properties using laboratory and analytical techniques
  • Selecting appropriate materials for engineering applications considering cost, performance and durability
  • Investigating material failures, corrosion and fatigue in service
  • Advising on manufacturing processes including casting, forming, welding and heat treatment
  • Managing quality assurance and specification compliance for materials
  • Developing materials databases and technical standards for engineering applications
English requirements
IELTSOverall 6, Speaking 7
OETGrade B all sections
PTE AcademicOverall 65, Speaking 65
TOEFL iBTOverall 93, Speaking 23
CDR for Materials Engineers

A Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) is required for Engineers Australia skills assessment. It comprises three career episodes, a summary statement and a CPD report.

Career Episodes3 required
Summary Statement1 required
CPD Report1 required
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