Applying for Engineering Technician?

 

Engineering Technician (EngTech) is one of three professional qualifications for engineers registered with the Engineering Council UK (ECUK). It is an important career milestone for engineers, scientists and technologists. Additionally it represents the achievement of professionalism and technical competence and is highly valued by industry.

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Engineering Technicians apply proven techniques and procedures to the solution of practical engineering problems. They carry supervisory or technical responsibility and contribute to the design, development, manufacture, commissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment, processes or services. Professional Engineering Technicians are required to apply safe systems of work.

What are the benefits of professional registration?

Higher earning potential, better employment prospects and career mobility

Acknowledgement of professional standing by peers and colleagues

Access to a vast network of qualified professionals in your area of expertise, making sure you stay up to date with the latest developments

Recognition by employers of your internationally renowned professional standard

What do I need to do next?

There are two routes to meeting the requirement for formal education and training. These are summarised below:

Route A

This is the preferred option for applicants with relevant qualifications. Typical qualifications are listed below:

• National Certificate or National Diploma in Engineering or construction & the Built Environment
• An approved qualification in engineering or construction at level 6 in the Scottish Qualifications and Credit Framework
• The City & Guilds Higher Professional Diploma in Engineering
• A technical certificate as part of an approved Advanced Modern Apprenticeship Programme
• An approved level 3 NVQ or SVQ
• A work-based learning route approved by a licensed professional engineering institution
• Qualifications in similar areas providing they are assessed as equivalent by a licensed professional engineering institution.

Route B

Applicants without the qualifications listed above may apply for a Route B Appraisal. This procedure is managed by the applicant’s professional engineering institution and involves a detailed evaluation of the knowledge and experience acquired.

Developing and maintaining competence:

• Applicants will need to show they have acquired the necessary competences and skills. Confirmation from employers that this has been achieved will assist in attaining registration as an Engineering Technician.  
• Applicants will also need to demonstrate that they have taken measures to maintain their competence.

More Information:

Professional Organisations

The Engineering Council

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