Use this occupation reference as a starting point while keeping ANZSCO context visible for migration and skills assessment workflows.
Plans, designs, develops, tests and oversees the manufacturing, operation, maintenance and installation of mechanical systems. Registration or licensing may be required.
Plans, designs, develops, tests and oversees the manufacturing, operation, maintenance and installation of mechanical systems. Registration or licensing may be required. ANZSCO codes remain widely used for migration and skills assessment references, while OSCA may appear in newer occupation classification contexts.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the average annual salary for Mechanical Engineer jobs in Australia ranges from $100,000 to $120,000. However, this pay scale can vary depending on experience level, location, and industry sector.
Source: SEEK salary reference | Last checked: 2026-05-18Indicative salary guidance preserved from the original page unless a linked official source is available.
Source: Delta Immigration occupation profile | Last checked: 2026-05-18Indicative age profile preserved from the original page; verify against Jobs and Skills Australia or ABS where available.
Skill Level: 1
The Skills Priority List highlights the shortage status of Mechanical Engineer across Australian regions.
Last checked: 2026-05-18
| Region | Status |
|---|---|
| AUS | Shortage(S) |
| NSW | Shortage(S) |
| VIC | Shortage(S) |
| QLD | Shortage(S) |
| SA | Shortage(S) |
| WA | Shortage(S) |
| TAS | Shortage(S) |
| NT | Shortage(S) |
| ACT | Shortage(S) |
Future Demand: At economy-wide average.
| Visa Name | Description | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| 189 Skilled Independent Visa | Points-based visa for skilled workers, offering permanent residency. | 9-12 months |
| 190 Skilled Nominated Visa | State-nominated permanent visa for skilled workers. | 9-12 months |
| 491 Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa | Provisional skilled regional visa with pathways to permanent residency. | 10-15 months |
| 482 Temporary Skill Shortage - Medium Term Stream | Temporary visa for skilled workers in medium-term occupations. | 4-7 months |
| 186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa | Employer-nominated permanent residency visa for skilled workers. | 10-15 months |
| 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa | Employer-sponsored regional visa, valid for up to 5 years with pathways to permanent residency. | 9-15 months |
| 407 Training Visa | Training visa for occupational training or professional development. | 4-6 months |
| 485 Temporary Graduate Visa | Temporary visa for recent graduates to gain work experience in Australia. | 4-9 months |
Invitation data changes by round and occupation. Minimum points shown here are historical indicators only and do not guarantee future invitation outcomes.
| Round Date | Subclass / Stream | Minimum Points | Invitations | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-05 | Subclass 189 | 90 | Not published | Department of Home Affairs SkillSelect previous roundsLast checked: 2026-05-18 |
Historical minimum points preserved from the original page and linked to Home Affairs previous-round references. Verify against the latest SkillSelect Dashboard before relying on this figure.
| Round Date | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 189 | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 491 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-10-06 | Offshore: 65 / Onshore: N/A* | Offshore: 65 / Onshore: N/A* |
| 2022-12-08 | Offshore: 85 / Onshore: 85 | Offshore: N/A* / Onshore: N/A* |
| 2024-06-13 | 90 | N/A |
| 2024-09-05 | 90 | N/A* |
Last checked: 2026-05-18
These links preserve the original occupation references. Figures should be treated as indicative and checked against official sources before making a migration or skills-assessment decision.
The SkillSelect Dashboard is dynamic. This generated file preserves local data and links to official sources; update manually or rerun the script when official downloadable data is available. Home Affairs invitation rounds last updated: not detected.
