NOC 2021 · 21311 · TEER 1
NOC 21311: Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
Official NOC 2021, Job Bank and IRCC data · checked 21 October 2026
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) research, plan, design, develop, modify, evaluate and integrate computer and telecommunications hardware and related equipment, and information and communication system networks including mainframe systems, local and wide area networks, fibre-optic networks, wireless communication networks, intranets, the Internet and other data communications systems. They are employed by computer and telecommunication hardware manufacturers, by engineering, manufacturing and telecommunications firms, in information technology consulting firms, by governmental, educational and research institutions and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors.
TEER
TEER 1
Usually needs a university degree
Median wage (Canada)
$52.50 / hour
Job Bank, 2023-2024
High-wage tier (from 3 Nov 2026)
Tier 2
+40 CRS for Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer
Express Entry categories
None
General and program draws only
Express Entry
How NOC 21311 counts for Express Entry
- Federal Skilled Worker: eligible occupationNeeds 1 year of continuous skilled (TEER 0–3) work in the last 10 years and 67 points on the FSW grid.
- Canadian Experience Class: eligible occupationNeeds 1 year of skilled (TEER 0–3) work in Canada in the last 3 years.
- Federal Skilled Trades: not eligibleNeeds 2 years of work in an eligible trade group in the last 5 years, plus a job offer or a Canadian certificate of qualification.
High-wage CRS points
NOC 21311 is in tier 2 of IRCC's high-wage list, in effect from 3 November 2026.
| 12+ months of Canadian work | +40 points on top of work-length points |
|---|---|
| Qualifying job offer (no LMIA) | 70 points |
You get whichever option scores higher, not both.
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NOC 21311 is not on any of IRCC's 2026 occupation categories. You can still be invited through general, program-specific or French-language draws.
IRCC category listsDuties
Main duties
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Computer and telecommunications hardware engineers
- Analyze user requirements, and design and develop system architecture and specifications
- Research, design, develop and integrate computer and telecommunications hardware such as microprocessors, integrated circuit boards and semiconductor lasers
- Develop and conduct design verification simulations and prototype bench tests of components
- Supervise, inspect and provide design support during the manufacturing, installation and implementation of computer and telecommunications hardware
- Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and clients
- May lead and coordinate teams of engineers, technologists, technicians and drafters in the design and development of computer and telecommunications hardware.
- Network system and data communication engineers
- Research, design and develop information and communication system network architecture
- Research, evaluate and integrate network system and data communication hardware and software
- Assess, document and optimize the capacity and performance of information and communication system networks
- May lead and coordinate teams of design professionals in the development and integration of information and communication system architecture, hardware and software.
- Computer engineers may specialize in a number of areas including analog and digital signal processing, fibre optics, integrated circuits, lasers, microprocessors, microwaves and radio astronomy.
For Express Entry, your experience must match the lead statement and most of these duties, not only the job title.
Job titles
Example job titles
- computer hardware engineer
- fibre-optic network designer
- hardware circuit board designer
- hardware development engineer
- hardware technical architect
- network test engineer
- systems designer - hardware
- telecommunications hardware engineer
- wireless communications network engineer
All 43 job titles in NOC 21311
- application specific integrated circuit (ASIC) design engineer
- capacity planning analyst
- computer engineer
- computer engineer (except software)
- computer engineering project manager
- computer hardware engineer
- computer systems engineer
- computer telecommunications specialist
- data communications specialist
- fibre-optic network designer
- hardware circuit board designer
- hardware design engineer
- hardware development engineer
- hardware engineer
- hardware technical architect
- information technology (IT) solutions engineer
- infrastructure architect - information technology (IT)
- microprocessor designer and application engineer
- microwave systems engineer
- microwave transmission systems engineer
- network architect - computer systems
- network capacity planner
- network designer - computer systems
- network engineer - communication hardware
- network infrastructure engineer
- network specialist - computer systems
- network support engineer
- network systems engineer
- network test engineer
- optical communications engineer
- optical communications hardware engineer
- optical systems engineer - telecommunications
- radio systems engineer
- satellite data transmission engineer
- spacecraft electronics engineer - hardware
- systems designer - hardware
- technical architect - hardware
- telecommunications engineer
- telecommunications hardware engineer
- telecommunications hardware specialist
- telecommunications specialist - computer systems
- telecommunications systems specialist
- wireless communications network engineer
Requirements
Employment requirements
- Computer engineers require a bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical or electronics engineering, engineering physics or computer science.
- A master's or doctoral degree in a related engineering discipline may be required.
- Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of professional engineers is required to approve engineering drawings and reports and to practise as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
- Engineers are eligible for registration following graduation from an accredited educational program, three or four years of supervised work experience in engineering and passing a professional practice examination.
Additional information
- Supervisory and senior positions in this unit group require experience.
- Engineers often work in a multidisciplinary environment and acquire knowledge and skills through work experience that may allow them to practise in associated areas of science, engineering, sales, marketing or management.
This occupation may be regulated in some provinces. You may need a licence or certificate from the provincial regulator before you can work in it in Canada, even if you hold permanent residence.
Wages
Wages for NOC 21311 in Canada
Low, median and high wages per hour in Canadian dollars, from ESDC Job Bank's 2025 wage data.
| Region | Low | Median | High | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $32.05 | $52.50 | $78.85 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $30.00 | $44.86 | $68.75 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Prince Edward Island | $28.72 | $48.33 | $65.14 | Small Area Estimation, 2024 |
| Nova Scotia | $30.00 | $47.12 | $73.08 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| New Brunswick | $40.02 | $51.44 | $71.79 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Quebec | $32.00 | $54.95 | $74.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Ontario | $33.65 | $52.88 | $86.54 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Manitoba | $31.49 | $46.29 | $68.08 | Small Area Estimation, 2024 |
| Saskatchewan | $26.11 | $46.17 | $69.57 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Alberta | $27.52 | $45.68 | $68.06 | Employment Insurance Survey Data, 2023-2024 |
| British Columbia | $36.34 | $54.27 | $81.57 | Small Area Estimation, 2024 |
Provinces with too little data are not shown. Wages vary by city and employer; see Job Bank for regional figures.
Job outlook
Job outlook by province, 2025–2027
Job Bank rates the 3-year outlook as good or very good in Nova Scotia.
GoodNova Scotia
The employment outlook will be Good for computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in Nova Scotia:
Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 33%
Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 24%
Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%
Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 6%
92% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) work all year, while 8% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 50 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
6% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 88% compared to 51% for all occupations
Women: 12% compared to 49% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 36% compared to 20% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 25% compared to 10% for all occupations
ModerateNew Brunswick
The employment outlook will be Moderate for computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Candidates who are knowledgeable and who have experience with advancing technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, machine learning and the Internet of Things (IoT) will have enhanced job prospects.
Most job opportunities will arise in New Brunswick’s three largest urban centres (Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John), where most technology-related services are concentrated. Fredericton, in particular, has established itself as a hub for technology investment and development.
Here are some key facts about computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in New Brunswick:
Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 26%
Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 25%
Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 8%
Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%
84% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) work all year, while 16% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 87% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 13% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: 8% compared to 11% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 6% compared to 30% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 23% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 45% compared to 16% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 11% compared to 7% for all occupations
ModerateQuebec
The employment outlook will be Moderate for computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
This occupation benefits from the demand for information technology (IT) services, which continues with rapid changes in emerging technologies. The increasing number of specialized applications and software will continue to support the need for these engineers.
Artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D printing, digital identities and e-commerce are boosting the demand for this occupational group. Increasingly, companies are turning to cloud computing, which should support the demand for these workers.
The increasing number of cyber attacks targeting businesses and security breach issues should increase IT infrastructure updates and foster the creation of multiple cybersecurity-related jobs.
By contrast, recent changes in the technology sector, which have resulted in multiple layoff periods in the video game industry, could impact the employment outlook for this group.
Here are some key facts about computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in Quebec:
Approximately 10,100 people work in this occupation.
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 28%
Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 16%
Finance, insurance, real estate and leasing (NAICS 52, 53): 9%
Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 6%
Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 6%
83% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) work all year, while 17% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
7% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 88% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 12% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 45% compared to 17% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 30% compared to 11% for all occupations
ModerateManitoba
The employment outlook will be Moderate for computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in Manitoba:
Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 27%
Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 16%
Utilities (NAICS 22): 9%
Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 9%
Insurance Carriers and related activities (NAICS 524, 526): 7%
84% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) work all year, while 16% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 49 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
11% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 94% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: 6% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: n/a
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 31% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 27% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 51% compared to 20% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 15% compared to 8% for all occupations
ModerateSaskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Moderate for computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in Saskatchewan:
Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 47%
Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 35%
Utilities (NAICS 22): 7%
Universities (NAICS 6113): 6%
Less than 5% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 89% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: 11% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: n/a
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 33% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 35% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 35% compared to 18% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 20% compared to 7% for all occupations
ModerateBritish Columbia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
A growing tech sector, advancements in robotics and new innovation hubs, could create job opportunities.
Employment in this sector has fluctuated throughout 2025, as a tough investment climate and high interest on loans led some companies to reduce their workforce.
Employment opportunities are centered in the Lower Mainland-Southwest region, as many companies have headquarters offices in Metro Vancouver; Victoria and the Okanagan are also emerging as tech hubs.
Occupations that create automation systems include engineering, technology, and data science fields.
These roles are central to designing, building, and maintaining automated processes in industries like manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and IT.
Some analytical duties of this occupation are likely to change with adoption of digital innovations, which may enable workers to do their jobs more efficiently.
Examples include cloud computing to improve data management and analysis (for example forecasting, optimizing, natural language processing), and blockchain for transparent and secure digital transactions.
Some technology companies, particularly software engineering teams, are transforming to adapt to AI as a product feature and to replace staff as a central operational strategy.
Here are some key facts about computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in British Columbia:
Approximately 3,400 people work in this occupation.
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 39%
Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 14%
Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 8%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 5%
83% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) work all year, while 17% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
10% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 88% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 12% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 5% compared to 28% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 51% compared to 22% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 25% compared to 12% for all occupations
LimitedOntario
The employment outlook will be Limited for computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
What Types of Employers Are Out There?
Employed by nearly all major sectors of the economy, but the leading share is in computer systems design and related services
Telecommunication carriers
Wholesalers and manufacturers of computer and communications equipment
What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?
The extensive use of advanced digital tools across all industries will continue to create job opportunities
However the pace of job growth may be affected by recent restructuring in the technology sector
What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?
In addition to other formal education, employers tend to recruit candidates with knowledge of programming languages such as Python, and cloud platforms
Generally, ‘engineering’ is a regulated occupation in Ontario. Individuals must be licensed by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) to practise ‘professional’ engineering in the province
An unlicensed engineering graduate can carry out work in the occupation, however a licensed engineer must take responsibility and sign off on the work
What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?
In general, Bridging Programs are available to assist internationally trained professionals in various fields enter the labour market more quickly in the province.
Here are some key facts about computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in Ontario:
Approximately 15,250 people work in this occupation.
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 34%
Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 14%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 7%
Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 6%
84% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) work all year, while 16% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
9% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 87% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 13% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 43% compared to 24% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 32% compared to 13% for all occupations
LimitedAlberta
The employment outlook will be Limited for computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) (NOC 21311) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Demand for this occupation is driven by rapid technological advancement, the expansion of digital services, and the increasing complexity of software and systems.
Key trends for this occupation are in artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), virtual and augmented reality, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.
Most employment opportunities will be in Calgary or Edmonton.
Here are some key facts about computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) in Alberta:
Approximately 1,850 people work in this occupation.
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) mainly work in the following sectors:
Computer systems design services (NAICS 5415): 38%
Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 19%
Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 11%
83% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) work all year, while 17% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
12% of computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 86% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: 14% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 7% compared to 28% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 19% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 48% compared to 21% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 19% compared to 9% for all occupations
UndeterminedNewfoundland and Labrador
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
UndeterminedPrince Edward Island
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
UndeterminedNorthwest Territories
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
UndeterminedNunavut
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
Source: ESDC Job Bank, 3-year employment outlooks 2025–2027 (released December 2025).
Provinces
Provincial Nominee Programs
A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points. Most provinces run occupation-targeted draws or in-demand lists, and some accept TEER 4 and 5 occupations that Express Entry does not.
Provincial lists change often, sometimes between draws. We check whether NOC 21311 is being targeted by any province as part of a consultation.
Similar occupations
Related NOC codes
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If your duties fit one of these better, use that code instead.
- 21221 Business systems specialists
- 20012 Computer and information systems managers
- 21230 Computer systems developers and programmers
- 21220 Cybersecurity specialists
- 22310 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians
- 21310 Electrical and electronics engineers
- 20010 Engineering managers
- 21222 Information systems specialists
- 21232 Software developers and programmers
- 21231 Software engineers and designers
- 21233 Web designers
- 21234 Web developers and programmers
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Questions
NOC 21311: common questions
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Classification
Where it sits in NOC 2021
- 2Natural and applied sciences and related occupationsBroad Category
- 21Professional occupations in natural and applied sciencesMajor Group
- 213Professional occupations in engineeringSub-major Group
- 2131Electrical, electronics and computer engineersMinor Group
- 21311Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0, Job Bank wages (2025), Job Bank outlooks 2025–2027 and IRCC. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Checked 21 October 2026.
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