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  Evaluation for Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson Certification.

  Posted by Davey on March 29, 2025 at 1:47 pm

  Hello,

  Has anyone here successfully obtained a favourable skills assessment as a Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson from Engineers Australia? If so, we would greatly appreciate it if you could share your background and experience.

  I hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have already received a positive skills assessment as a Professional Engineer. Currently, I have submitted Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for the 491 visa as an offshore applicant. At present, I am employed as a Mechanical Draftsperson at a construction firm.

  Would it be feasible for me to pursue an additional assessment under the Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson category?

  Cheers

  Davey

  Mark replied 2 days, 12 hours ago 2 Members · 1 Reply

  • ANZSCO 233512
  • ANZSCO 312511
  • Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson
  • skills assessment
  • Subclass 491
  • TRA Australia
  • visa 491
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  Mark

  Administrator

  March 29, 2025 at 2:22 pm

  Hi Davey and welcome to our community mate! ☺️

  Yes, it is possible to apply for a second skills assessment as a Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson even if you already hold a positive outcome as a Mechanical Engineer.

  This can actually be a smart move, especially if you’re targeting state nomination or employer sponsorship where demand for ANZSCO 312511 (Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson) might be higher or processed faster.

  Here are a few key points to consider:

  1. ANZSCO Code Difference:

     • Mechanical Engineer is ANZSCO 233512 and listed on the MLTSSL (Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List).

     • Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson is ANZSCO 312511 and listed on the STSOL (Short-term Skilled Occupation List), though availability for visa subclasses (e.g. 190 or 491) can depend on specific state needs.

  2. Relevant Assessing Authority:

     • For Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson, the assessing authority is Trades Recognition Australia (TRA), not Engineers Australia.

     • Since you already have a Mechanical Engineering degree and experience working in a drafting role, you may be eligible under the TRA Migration Skills Assessment (MSA) program or JRP (Job Ready Program), depending on whether your qualifications are Australian or overseas.

  3. Assessment Pathway:

     • If your qualifications are overseas, you’ll likely need to go through the standard TRA Migration Skills Assessment route, which focuses on your practical experience and formal training.

  Before applying, you’ll need to prepare detailed employment evidence, including:

  • Position descriptions

  • Reference letters confirming duties match the ANZSCO description

  • Payslips, contracts, and organisational charts

  If you’re currently in a drafting role and can clearly demonstrate that your current job duties align with ANZSCO 312511, a second assessment is worth pursuing.

  You can check the TRA’s official info here: https://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au/

  I hope this gives you a clearer path forward! If you need help comparing state nominations or job prospects between the two roles, feel free to ask.

  Warm regards,
  Mark

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