NOC for Wind Farm Developer? (4161 science policy researchers?)

[canadian-gentleman]

Hi All,

My job title stated in my contract used to be “Project Manager – Wind Energy”. I am looking for the correct NOC code. While my bachelor’s degree is in mechanical engineering, I am not sure “2132 Mechanical engineers” applies to my duties.

My letter of reference list the following duties:

• Plan and coordinate projects related to wind turbines
• Support land acquisition
• Prepare and supervise permitting process
• Request expert opinions
• Liaise with public authorities
• Work with on site developers up until grid connection

All of these duties are formulated very vaguely, and don’t really match the main duties described for mechanical engineers.

I found that NOC “4161 Natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants and program officers” includes the example title “wind energy analyst” which is close to what I did but not an exact match. However, the website only lists main duties for “some” occupations in this unit group, and none of the duties of a wind energy analyst are mentioned. The range of jobs included in this NOC is very broad. The NOC code includes, e.g.: ergonomics specialist, fisheries analyst, technology transfer officer, transportation safety analyst… and wind energy analyst. Does my job fit in there, too?

Which NOC should I choose? Any advice?
Thanks!

 

[Ihor Vorona]

Hello!

I believe, that NOC 2132 Mechanical Engineers is a better choice. When reading a description to this sphere, it is more likely, that you fit this area of expertise: "Mechanical engineers research, design and develop machinery and systems for heating, ventilating and air conditioning, power generation, transportation, processing and manufacturing. They also perform duties related to the evaluation, installation, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems"

If you still have doubts, I think, it is necessary to study the following area: 9241 Power engineers and power systems operators.

But to be completely sure, it will be better to apply for advice the professional consultant, in order to prevent problems in future.

Good luck! ;D

 

[canadian-gentleman]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

I sent an email to the address listed on the NOC website and they got back to me within one day:

They said I should select the NOC code with emphasis on the main duties (I already knew that), but qualification requirements, example titles, additional information, and classified elsewhere sections should also be taken into account. The last part was helpful because it means that my bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering makes for a strong case of using that NOC code.
They also said that the term "systems" in Mechanical engineers research, design and develop machinery and systems for heating, ventilating and air conditioning, power generation, transportation, processing and manufacturing can also mean wind farms, so that is a good sign I think.

In summary, I have decided to use NOC 2132 Mechanical Engineers. Again, thank you for lending me your brain space, Ihor Vorona!

Cheers!