Electronics Engineer vs. Electronics Engineering Technician
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Electronics Engineer vs. Electronics Engineering Technician
Hello everyone!!
This is my very first post and I am looking forward to receiving inputs from all of you guys.
I'm an Electronics Engineer, and have been working in Semiconductor companies in Asia.
I am a graduate of B.S. Electronics and Communications Engineering and got a PAR results of Level 7 from NZQA.
Now, I am planning to submit an EOI, and thinking of nominating 'Electronics Engineer' as my occupation in the LTSSL.
However, as we know, nominating an "Engineer" occupation would require a certification from IPENZ which is not an easy feat, especially if you do not have NZ work experience.
In this regard, I am thinking of nominating the Electronics Engineering TECHNICIAN occupation instead since my education matches the requirement, and my previous jobs, although have "Engineer" title are relevant to the duties of a Technician.
Has anyone gone through this path (i.e. in any other Engineering field)? Could kindly you share to me your experiences?
Thanks !!
This is my very first post and I am looking forward to receiving inputs from all of you guys.
I'm an Electronics Engineer, and have been working in Semiconductor companies in Asia.
I am a graduate of B.S. Electronics and Communications Engineering and got a PAR results of Level 7 from NZQA.
Now, I am planning to submit an EOI, and thinking of nominating 'Electronics Engineer' as my occupation in the LTSSL.
However, as we know, nominating an "Engineer" occupation would require a certification from IPENZ which is not an easy feat, especially if you do not have NZ work experience.
In this regard, I am thinking of nominating the Electronics Engineering TECHNICIAN occupation instead since my education matches the requirement, and my previous jobs, although have "Engineer" title are relevant to the duties of a Technician.
Has anyone gone through this path (i.e. in any other Engineering field)? Could kindly you share to me your experiences?
Thanks !!
Last edited by wellingauckay; Mar 7th 2013 at 4:34 am.
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Re: Electronics Engineer vs. Electronics Engineering Technician
Hello everyone!!
This is my very first post and I am looking forward to receiving inputs from all of you guys.
I'm an Electronics Engineer, and have been working in Semiconductor companies in Asia.
I am a graduate of B.S. Electronics and Communications Engineering and got a PAR results of Level 7 from NZQA.
Now, I am planning to submit an EOI, and thinking of nominating 'Electronics Engineer' as my occupation in the LTSSL.
However, as we know, nominating an "Engineer" occupation would require a certification from IPENZ which is not an easy feat, especially if you do not have NZ work experience.
In this regard, I am thinking of nominating the Electronics Engineering TECHNICIAN occupation instead since my education matches the requirement, and my previous jobs, although have "Engineer" title are relevant to the duties of a Technician.
Has anyone gone through this path (i.e. in any other Engineering field)? Could kindly you share to me your experiences?
Thanks !!
This is my very first post and I am looking forward to receiving inputs from all of you guys.
I'm an Electronics Engineer, and have been working in Semiconductor companies in Asia.
I am a graduate of B.S. Electronics and Communications Engineering and got a PAR results of Level 7 from NZQA.
Now, I am planning to submit an EOI, and thinking of nominating 'Electronics Engineer' as my occupation in the LTSSL.
However, as we know, nominating an "Engineer" occupation would require a certification from IPENZ which is not an easy feat, especially if you do not have NZ work experience.
In this regard, I am thinking of nominating the Electronics Engineering TECHNICIAN occupation instead since my education matches the requirement, and my previous jobs, although have "Engineer" title are relevant to the duties of a Technician.
Has anyone gone through this path (i.e. in any other Engineering field)? Could kindly you share to me your experiences?
Thanks !!
Is your university's program a member of the Washington Accord? If yes, then there shouldn't be any problem.
If no, is your engineering degree a 3 or 4 year Bachelors? Four-year Bachelor's are more likely to be assessed as an 'Engineer' whereas 3-year programs are more likely to be considered as 'Engineer Technologists/Technicians' If you have a 3-year degree but considerable work experience, you may be able to submit a career summary and hope for a positive outcome.
Hope that helps.