Geotechnical Engineer
Assesses soil, rock and groundwater for foundations and earthworks. On Canada’s 2026 STEM category (NOC 21331) and the NZ Green List.
Free — match your experience to the shortage lists above.
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Country demand snapshot
| Country | Code | Demand level |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | AU | High |
| Canada | CA | High |
| New Zealand | NZ | High |
| United Kingdom | UK | Medium |
High = on a current official shortage, category, Green List, or CSOL-priority list. Medium = typically skilled-visa eligible, but not a current targeted shortage occupation. Lists change — verify on government sources before you file.
Pathways that target this job
Official shortage, category, or salary-list routes that currently include Geotechnical Engineer. Lists change — confirm the live occupation table on the government site before you apply.
Canada
- EE STEM
Express Entry — STEM occupations
Category-based Express Entry for a short 2026 STEM NOC list (not every tech job). Your duties must match the listed NOC.
Australia
- CSOL / Core Skills
Australia Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)
ANZSCO occupations on CSOL can be nominated for the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) Core Skills stream. Many also feed Employer Nomination (186) and some skilled independent / state streams.
New Zealand
- Green List (Straight to Residence)
New Zealand Green List — Straight to Residence
Tier 1 Green List roles can apply for residence from day one if the job, pay, and registration/qualification rules in Appendix 13 are met.
FAQs about Geotechnical Engineer
Is Geotechnical Engineer in demand for skilled immigration?+
ImmigraPath currently lists High demand for Geotechnical Engineer in Australia, Canada, New Zealand (ISCO 2142). Demand is based on official shortage / category lists and can change — always verify on government sources.
Which immigration categories or visas target Geotechnical Engineer?+
Geotechnical Engineer is on: Express Entry — STEM occupations; Australia Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL); New Zealand Green List — Straight to Residence. Open the visa links on this page, then confirm the live occupation table on the government site — lists are updated through the year.
Which occupation code should I use for Geotechnical Engineer?+
Canada uses NOC 21331 (TEER 1). The UK uses SOC 2121. Australia and New Zealand use ANZSCO 233212. Match your day-to-day duties to the code, not only the English job title.
What data does ImmigraPath show for Geotechnical Engineer?+
Hard facts: ISCO 2142, Canada NOC 21331, category Engineering, country demand, official destination codes, and the immigration categories/visas that currently target this job. Always verify current lists on government sites.