Other Professional Engineers

(NOC 2148)

in All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology

This group includes agricultural and bio-resource engineers, biomedical engineers, engineering physicists and engineering scientists, marine and naval engineers, textile engineers and other specialized engineering jobs that are not classified elsewhere. In general, these jobs are involved with the design and coordination of projects related to practical applications of engineering.

Job Outlook

Undetermined

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  • Estimate Strong growth employment change, 2021-2023
  • Estimate 225 openings due to growth and retirements, 2021-2023
  • Estimate Low rate of unemployment in 2022

Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology

  • Estimate 3410 employment change, 2021-2023
  • Estimate 5690 openings due to growth and retirements, 2021-2023
  • Estimate rate of unemployment not available for these occupation.

Hourly Pay

$24.81

Minimum

$38.46

Median

$60.10

Maximum

Annual Pay

$23,695

Minimum

$81,255

Median

$132,006

Maximum

Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology

Hourly Pay

$18.00

Minimum

$34.90

Median

$54.10

Maximum

Annual Pay

$13,568

Minimum

$60,422

Median

$107,009

Maximum

About the job

Nature of work

This group includes agricultural and bio-resource engineers, biomedical engineers, engineering physicists and engineering scientists, marine and naval engineers, textile engineers and other specialized engineering jobs that are not classified elsewhere. In general, these jobs are involved with the design and coordination of projects related to practical applications of engineering.

Job duties

Agricultural and bio-resource engineers:

  • Design and develop machinery, structures, equipment, and systems related to agriculture and food processing.

Biomedical engineers:

  • Design and develop medical diagnostic and clinical instrumentation, equipment and procedures.
  • Develop devices to help persons with disabilities.
  • Advise hospital administrators on planning, purchase and use of medical equipment.
  • Modify and install or supervise installation of equipment.

  • Engineering physicists and engineering scientists:
  • Research and develop processes, programs, and equipment to expand knowledge in the applied sciences and engineering and to support advanced engineering and scientific applications.

Marine and naval engineers:

  • Design and develop marine vessels and floating structures and associated marine power plants, propulsion systems and related systems and equipment and oversee the building, maintenance and repair of vessels and marine systems.

Textile engineers:

  • Design and develop processes, equipment, and procedures for the production of fibres, yarns and textiles.

Sample job titles

  • agricultural engineer
  • biomechanical engineer
  • biomedical engineer
  • engineer in agronomy
  • engineering physicist
  • engineering scientist
  • food technology engineer
  • marine engineer
  • naval architect
  • shipbuilding engineer

Skills

  • You need persistence and good judgement. The ability to think analytically and logically is important. You must be able to communicate and cooperate with others, as engineers often work in teams. Leadership and problem-solving skills are also necessary. Computer experience is an important asset.

Job requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in an appropriate engineering discipline.
  • A master's degree or doctorate in a related engineering discipline may be required.
  • Licensing by a provincial association of professional engineers is required to approve engineering drawings and reports, and to practice as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
  • Engineers are eligible for registration following graduation from an accredited educational program, and after three or four years of supervised work experience in engineering and passing a professional practice examination.

Other considerations

  • Engineers often work in a multidisciplinary environment and gain knowledge and skills through work experience that may allow them to practice in associated areas of science, engineering, sales, marketing, or management. There is limited movement between the engineering specializations included in this group. Supervisory and senior positions in this group require experience.

By the numbers

Quick look

385

employed in 2016

93.5%

employed full-time

10.4%

self employed

7.8%
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92.2%
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47.8

median age

Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology

25,875

employed in 2016

91.5%

employed full-time

7.6%

self employed

20.0%
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80%
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42.8

median age

Where will I likely work?

76.9%

Halifax

$86,514 median annual income
9.0%

Southern

$57,259 median annual income
7.7%

Annapolis Valley

N/A
3.8%

North Shore

N/A
2.6%

Cape Breton

N/A

Compared to: All NS Occupations

47.0%

Halifax

15.6%

North Shore

12.9%

Annapolis Valley

12.7%

Cape Breton

11.8%

Southern

Top Industries of Employment

36.9%

Public administration

27.7%

Professional, scientific and technical services

16.9%

Manufacturing

6.2%

Health care and social assistance

3.1%

Retail trade

What is the age of Employment?

31.0%

45-54

19.0%

35-44

18.0%

25-34

15.0%

55-64

10.0%

65+

6.0%

15-24

Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology

24.2%

25-34

23.5%

45-54

23.4%

35-44

16.4%

55-64

7.7%

15-24

Top levels of education

36.4%

College Diploma

$81,936 median annual income
22.1%

Bachelor

$73,438 median annual income
18.2%

Master

$99,851 median annual income
9.1%

High school

$70,584 median annual income
5.2%

Trade Certification

N/A

Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology

33.1%

College Diploma

$59,986 median annual income
29.8%

Bachelor

$63,965 median annual income
11.9%

High school

$45,835 median annual income
9.9%

Master

$65,105 median annual income
6.9%

Trade Certification

$57,773 median annual income

Education & training

Applied Mathematics

College or University Program

These programs focus on applying mathematics and statistics to the solution of functional problems in fields like engineering and the applied sciences. They include courses in natural phenomena modelling continuum mechanics, reaction-diffusion, wave propagation, dynamic systems, numerical analysis, controlled theory, asymptotic methods, variation, optimization theory, inverse problems, and applications to specific scientific and industrial topics.

Institutions providing this program

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

Biological/Biosystems Engineering

University Program

These programs prepare students to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and management of biological systems; and includes applications to biology, biochemistry, ecology, and microbiology. They include courses in organic chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry, chemical, biological, biochemical, and process engineering, thermodynamics, process control, kinetics and reactor design, electric circuits, biosystem modeling, and bioelectronics and instrumentation.

Institutions providing this program

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

Biomedical/Medical Engineering

University Program

These programs prepare students to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of biological and health systems and products like integrated biological systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses, and health management and care delivery systems.

Institutions providing this program

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

Engineering - General

University Program

These programs prepare individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce.

Institutions providing this program

Acadia University

Wolfville, NS

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

St. Francis Xavier University

Antigonish, NS

Saint Mary's University

Halifax, NS

Cape Breton University

Sydney, NS

Dalhousie University Faculty of Agriculture

Truro, NS

Marine Sciences

College or University Program

These programs focus on the study of biology, chemistry, geology and physics applied to marine, estuarine and coastal environments. They include courses in marine biogeochemistry, atmosphere and ocean dynamics, coastal ecology, coastal ocean processes, microbial ecology, marine ecosystem modeling, and polar microbiology.

Institutions providing this program

Nova Scotia Community College

Various, NS

Mathematics

College or University Program

These programs focus on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. They include courses in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.

Institutions providing this program

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

University of King's College

Halifax, NS

Mount Saint Vincent University

Halifax, NS

St. Francis Xavier University

Antigonish, NS

Saint Mary's University

Halifax, NS

Cape Breton University

Sydney, NS

Mechanical Engineering

University Program

These programs prepare students to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment, stationary power units and appliances, engines, self-propelled vehicles, housings and containers, hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement, and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.

Institutions providing this program

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

Medical Scientist (MSc, PhD)

University Program

This includes any undifferentiated clinical science program that prepares graduated physicians (M.D. or D.O.) as research scientists in various areas.

Institutions providing this program

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

Physical Sciences

College or University Program

These programs focus on the major topics, concepts, processes, and interrelationships of physical phenomena as studied in any combination of physical science disciplines.

Institutions providing this program

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

Saint Mary's University

Halifax, NS

Employment requirements & contacts

Regulations

Professional Engineer

Right to Title and Practice: This job is regulated. The job title is protected, and you may not use it without a professional licence. A licence shows that the holder has met provincial requirements and is required to legally do this work.

Regulating body:
Engineers Nova Scotia
Halifax, NS

Contacts

Consulting Engineers of Nova Scotia
Dartmouth, NS
Canadian Institute of Marine Engineering
Porters Lake, NS
Canadian Medical and Biological Engineering Society
Ottawa, ON

Additional resources

There are no additional resources for this occupation.