Shortage
Moderate Shortage
33.3% of occupations
Australia · Engineering, Manufacturing & Resources
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical systems, design, manufacturing and energy.
Salary range
A$130K–140K
Median A$134,500
2035 outlook
+23.0%
growing
PR signal
Strong PR
Mechanical Engineer on CSOL. Defence and manufacturing sectors drive demand.
Credentials & pathway
Pathway type
Study Field
Duration
4–2 years
Qualifications
Bachelor · Master
Education fields
Engineering and Related Technologies
Specialisation within Engineering Honours.
Where this leads
Providers & tuition
Cost benchmark — verify before applying
| Provider | Annual fee | Duration | QS |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Melbourne | A$48,000 | 4 yr | #13 |
| UNSW Sydney | A$49,000 | 4 yr | #19 |
| University of Sydney | A$52,000 | 4 yr | #18 |
| Monash University | A$46,000 | 4 yr | #37 |
| RMIT University | A$42,000 | 4 yr | #140 |
| Curtin University | A$38,000 | 4 yr | #174 |
Data notice
Labour-market signals are derived from mapped occupations, not a guarantee. Verify fees, CRICOS registration, licensing and visa eligibility with the relevant provider and regulator.
JSA Occupation Shortage List 2025JSA Employment ProjectionsABS 6306.0 Employee EarningsCRICOS Course DataCost snapshot · CRICOS feesVerified 2026-07-18