I have always been interested in how things work and solving problems. I joined the Royal Engineers (Army Reserves) at 17 and became a qualified bomb disposal engineer. From there I was recruited by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) as an explosives research scientist but was ‘raised’ by engineers throughout my early career
Becoming an Engineering Technician (EngTech) was an important part of my professional development journey as it demonstrates my dedication to career development and my engineering competence and commitment.
Engaging in professional development allows for self-reflection on one's achievements and facilitates ongoing growth and improvement.
I’d recommend getting registered because it’s a great way to get involved with the social side and community of like-minded professionals.
Becoming registered quantifies your professional development. It creates opportunities, identifies the individual as adding value to their employer, and demonstrates competence to the wider industry.
It validates that I possess the skills and knowledge required to hold the title. Registration opens a wide range of opportunities and doors that every professional engineer should aspire to acquire.
As a standard for professional recognition and offering a framework for continual personal and professional development, professional registration with the Engineering Council really is peerless.
Becoming professionally registered with the highly reputed and renowned Engineering Council provides me with opportunities to connect with influential and inspirational people.
Being professionally registered demonstrates your commitment to continued development and learning within your chosen career, whilst also showing your willingness to develop and enhance your own personal development.
Professional recognition is mainly about self-satisfaction and demonstrating required competence, commitment, and continuous professional development (CPD).
Being a CEng has opened many other career options for me and provided assurance to future employers that I meet a common standard, while helping raise quality across the entire industry.
The feeling of becoming professionally qualified is worth it, if only for the personal satisfaction of your professional growth and the confidence to progress beyond.