OSCA occupation

OSCA 313932: Electronic Engineering Technician

Supports and assists Electronics Engineers and Engineering Technologists in circuitry design, testing, data collection and analysis, and assembles circuitry of electronic systems. This record sits in Other Engineering Technicians. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 2 is attached to this occupation record.

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Role overview

Supports and assists Electronics Engineers and Engineering Technologists in circuitry design, testing, data collection and analysis, and assembles circuitry of electronic systems.

Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.

Occupation facts

Skill level
2
Major group
3 Technicians and Trades Workers
Sub-major group
31 Building, Engineering, ICT and Scientific Technicians
Minor group
313 Engineering Technicians
Unit group
3139 Other Engineering Technicians

Tasks

  • Collects data, performs analysis, and maintains and repairs electronic systems
  • Conducts tests on components and equipment to ensure functionality and performance in line with industry standards
  • Assembles circuitry and electronic components according to engineering specifications
  • Assists Electronics Engineers and Engineering Technologists in designing and developing electronic systems
  • Installs, configures, calibrates and adjusts electronic instruments and equipment
  • Documents test results, data analysis and circuitry assembly procedures

Skill level guidance

Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.

How to use this occupation page

Start with the official OSCA title and task list. Then confirm the parent unit group and compare the related occupations on this page if the job title is broad, overlapping or used differently across employers.

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Compare OSCA 313932 with related occupations

Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.

Comparison pointCurrent code313932 Electronic Engineering Technician313931 Biomedical Technician313933 Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson
Official role definitionSupports and assists Electronics Engineers and Engineering Technologists in circuitry design, testing, data collection and analysis, and assembles circuitry of electronic systems.Tests, calibrates, repairs, services and maintains biomedical equipment using a variety of tools and computer applications to keep biomedical machinery operating in optimal conditions.Prepares detailed drawings and plans of mechanical engineering work in support of Mechanical Engineers and Engineering Technologists.
Skill levelSkill Level 2Skill Level 2Skill Level 2
Key tasks
  • Collects data, performs analysis, and maintains and repairs electronic systems
  • Conducts tests on components and equipment to ensure functionality and performance in line with industry standards
  • Assembles circuitry and electronic components according to engineering specifications
  • Assists Electronics Engineers and Engineering Technologists in designing and developing electronic systems
  • Conducts scheduled maintenance, quality control checks and electrical safety inspections of biomedical equipment to ensure safe and effective operation
  • Installs and calibrates biomedical equipment or components
  • Demonstrates and assists with the operation of specialised biomedical equipment
  • Cleans, repairs and replaces biomedical equipment when necessary
  • Prepares detailed drawings and plans of mechanical engineering work
  • Ensures plans and drawings of mechanical engineering work comply with industry standards and regulations
  • Creates detailed blueprints that manufacturers can use for mass production of mechanical parts
  • Uses CAD software and 3D printing to create models of mechanical parts, and specify product dimensions and quantity of materials needed
Alternative titlesNot statedNot stated
  • Mechanical Designer

Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.

Frequently asked questions

What does OSCA 313932 do?

Electronic Engineering Technician is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.

How should I read the skill level?

The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.

Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?

Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.

Source and trust

Official source
ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
Last reviewed
2026-04-17

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