About EngTech
EngTechs solve practical engineering
problems. They are professionals with supervisory or technical
responsibility, and apply safe systems of working. They contribute
to the design, development, manufacture, commissioning,
decommissioning, operation or maintenance of products, equipment,
processes or services.
Benefits of EngTech professional qualification
- Recognition of your expertise and hard work
- Self-esteem
- Higher earnings potential
- Improved career prospects
- Greater influence within your organisation and industry
- Access to life-long learning resources
- Letters after your name, eg J.Smith EngTech
Eligibility
The EngTech professional qualification is open to anyone who can
demonstrate the required professional competences and
commitment.
Typically, applicants will have successfully completed an
Advanced/Modern Apprenticeship or other work based learning
programme approved by their professional engineering institution.
This can lead directly to Engineering Technician registration.
or, alongside appropriate working experience,
they will hold:
- an Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Engineering
or in Construction and the Built Environment
- or a qualification, approved by their professional engineering
institution, in engineering or construction set at level 3 (or
above) in the Qualifications and Credit Framework or at level 6 (or
above) in the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework
- or equivalent qualifications approved by their professional
engineering institution
Individuals without formal qualifications may also apply for
EngTech registration by demonstrating they have acquired the
necessary competence through substantial working experience.
UK-SPEC provides details of the competence required for EngTech
registration. Institution staff will advise and support you
throughout the registration process.
How to register
- Join a professional engineering institution licensed by the
Engineering Council to assess candidates for EngTech registration.
Either contact a professional engineering institution directly or
complete our registration enquiry form
- Apply for EngTech registration through your professional
engineering institution