The PE license is a respected seal of competence and assurance of quality. This prestigious license shows that the engineer is at the top of the profession, both in competence and ethics. For consulting engineers and private practitioners, it is essential if not a legal requirement to be licensed. Only professional engineers can sign and seal engineering drawings or serve as qualified expert witnesses.

Moreover, professional engineers can earn higher incomes throughout their career, and the license expands the opportunities beyond the company organization, such as independent consulting.

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university

Four years of work experience that is acceptable to the state licensure board

Five character references, three of which are from professional engineers

Passing scores on the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering exam and the Principal and Practice of Engineering exam (PE exam).

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