Chartered Engineers may promote and pioneer new, advanced designs and design methods and introduce new and more efficient production techniques.
There are many routes that can be offered to meet this standard, including a combination of academic awards, vocational qualifications and experiential learning.
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Why should I gain CEng?
Professional registration shows employers that you have and are committed to maintaining and enhancing the knowledge, skills and competence required to meet today's engineering needs.
CEng registration also often means:
- Improved career prospects
- Higher salaries from employers
- Increased professional esteem, recognition and status
- A internationally well-respected and recognised standard
What do I need to gain CEng?
Registrants at this level should have an accredited integrated Masters degree or a combination of accredited Bachelors and Masters degrees, however applicants who do not have this but can demonstrate other relevant learning through experience can also apply.
During the application for CEng, registrants will be asked to demonstrate theoretical knowledge and successful application, responsibiliy for financial and planning aspects of projects, and leadership and development of other staff. For the full list, view the Engineering Council's UK-SPEC standards document.
Chartered Marine Engineer (CMarEng)
Chartered Marine Engineer (CMarEng) is awarded by the IMarEST in relation to the Engineering Council register (CEng).
This unique registration demonstrates that an individual has an industry-relevant speciality and is a proficient and dedicated engineer within the marine sector.
This is available to registrants for an annual fee of £32 after an intital fee.
Applying for CEng
To become a CEng registrant, applicants must have their competence assessed by the IMarEST according to the Engineering Council's standards. Members can begin the application process online here.
Not a member? Apply for CEng when you join online as a member.
View our application support page for more information. Please note that Affiliates and Student members of the IMarEST are ineligible to apply for professional registration.
Standards required for engineers
The UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC), published by the Engineering Council, describes the value of becoming registered and explains the steps necessary to achieve professional registration.
It outlines the requirements that have to be met and the competencies that need to be displayed in order to gain these qualifications and gives examples of ways of doing this.
This document should be used to support a successful application to this registration.
International Register of Professional Engineers (IntPE)
Chartered Engineers are eligible to apply to join the International Register of Professional Engineers (IntPE), which is open to Chartered Engineers who are registered with the Engineering Council.
To apply:
- Download and complete the application form (view the application form guidance here)
- Send it to the Membership Team at [email protected]
For the full list of requirements and eligibilty criteria, please visit the Engineering Council's website.