Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Becoming a Chartered Engineer allows you to use the post-nominal letters “CEng” after your name, highlighting your level of knowledge and expertise to your employers, colleagues, and customers.
Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Chartered Engineers (CEng) use innovation and creativity to solve engineering problems, often managing complex systems with significant risk. They demonstrate:
- Theoretical knowledge to solve problems and develop new techniques
- Successful application of knowledge to deliver innovative products and manage complex systems
- Accountability for project, finance, and personnel management, balancing technical and socio-economic factors
- Leadership in developing other technical staff
- Strong communication skills for technical matters
If this aligns with your experience, earn the recognition you deserve with the CEng title. Start your application today and join a network of registered engineers!
“The gratification that comes from chartered status in showcasing my professional and technical development post degree education is the boost that will help me as I continue with a new role and career path within the industry that I am passionate about.”
James Sommerville CEng, Project Engineer, Ross-Shire Engineering
Who can become a CEng?
The CEng title is available to those who demonstrate the required competencies and commitment outlined in UK-SPEC, typically developed through education and work experience.
The application process is simpler for those with relevant academic qualifications, including:
- A Bachelors degree (Honours) in engineering or technology, accredited for CEng, plus an accredited Masters degree or Engineering Doctorate (EngD), or further learning to Masters level
- An accredited integrated MEng degree
How to become a CEng
Before starting your application, please read the UK SPEC written by the Engineering Council that explains the competence standards required of a CEng.
Once you are ready to begin your application, download the CEng Application Form and the CEng Short Guide and follow the steps as instructed.
All candidates for registration as a Chartered Engineer must be members of a professional body such as IWater. As part of your application, you will also be asked to produce a copy of your CPD record.
CEng Fees
Professional Review Fee for Chartered Engineer (CEng) £205.92
Initial Registration Fee (remitted to the Engineering Council and will cover registration until your next membership renewal date) for Chartered Engineer (CEng) £68.43
Annual Renewal Fee (remitted annually to the Engineering Council to maintain the Registration) for Chartered Engineer (CEng) £52.62
Annual Renewal Fee (remitted annually to the Engineering Council to maintain the Registration) for Retired Chartered Engineer (CEng) £23.79
