Employment Outlook
Engineering Technologists & Technicians
Civil, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Technologists & Technicians:
Expansion in construction and municipal and resource based infrastructure drives the demand for engineering technologists and technicians. Areas of urban growth or industrial activity will likely see the most demand for these occupations in upcoming years. Industry sources expect the demand from the energy and environmental fields will drive job growth in regions outside the Lower Mainland. Industry sources expect there will be a significant shortage of skilled trades people to meet the demand in the HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning) mechanical systems industry. Upcoming retirements will increase demand for new technologists and technicians in both private industry and government.
Job Openings Outlook in BC
Civil
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Mechanical
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Industrial
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Drafting Technologists & Technicians
Drafting technologists and technicians work mainly for architects, engineers, and related services firms. Others work in the construction sector and a small number work in specialized design services. There are many job opportunities in this field.
Job Openings Outlook in BC
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Electrical & Electronics technologist & technicians:
There is presently a shortage of graduates available to fill the jobs available. Industry sources report that technically-skilled graduates are in very high demand.
Job Openings Outlook in BC
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