BECOME A MEMBER
Membership of the IMechE connects you to the world of engineering.
As engineers, you play a crucial role in nearly every aspect of modern life, driving innovation, solving complex problems, and improving the quality of life.
Professional registration gives you a competitive edge in the workplace - a career and personal milestone showing your commitment to your development, excellence and the engineering profession.
Be expertly guided by our team through every stage of becoming a member and getting professionally registered as EngTech, IEng or CEng.
Benefits of Professional Registration
Are you a professional engineer looking to advance your career by gaining a globally recognised badge of your expertise and experience?
Professional registration is a personal achievement you can share within industry and academia showing your commitment to your development and the engineering profession.
Take advantage of the many benefits of professional registration:
• International recognition of your experience and competence
• Improved career opportunities and earning potential
• Connect and network with engineers across the world
• Add a mark of quality assurance to your CV
Inspired to be the best?
Join our global community of experts and innovators.
Take the next step in your career – visit imeche.org/application-help or email mdm@imeche.org.
Membership options
u Associate
AMIMechE
For graduates and early career engineers ready to unlock the next stage of their professional development by working towards being a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer.
Have a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) degree.
u Engineering Technician
EngTech MIMechE
For engineering technicians with proven techniques and procedures to solve practical engineering problems.
Have a qualification to NVQ/SVQ Level 3 or similar. Work experience may be used in lieu of a formal qualification.
u Incorporated Engineer
IEng MIMechE
For engineering professionals involved in operational roles, maintaining and managing the application of technology at the highest efficiency.
Can demonstrate learning to a Bachelor’s degree level.
u Chartered Engineer
CEng MIMechE
For engineering professionals involved in solving engineering problems either by innovation, creativity or change.
Can demonstrate learning to the equivalent of a Master’s degree.
u Fellow
FIMechE
For senior engineering professionals with a commitment to, and innovation in engineering.
Can demonstrate significant autonomy and responsibility in a senior role.
I am absolutely over the moon to say I’m now an Incorporated Engineer and a member of the IMechE. The support from NCR Atleos and IMechE during the whole process was invaluable.
Rhiannon Hodgkinson IEng MIMechE
Becoming a Chartered Engineer was a huge career milestone for me. It enabled me to be the lead engineer on several work scopes, which has been fantastic.
We get enormous job satisfaction from coaching applicants through the process of gaining registration or upgrading to Fellow. It’s fantastic to help our members, across all grades, uncover the wealth of opportunities that may be realised by using their IMechE membership.
Sandra Mulligan Senior Membership Development Manager, UK
Free, expert and personalised advice
Our Global Membership Development Team support applicants worldwide, offering in-depth guidance on membership and professional registration.
They provide friendly and helpful advice, supporting members at every career stage and helping them achieve professional goals.
Free resources
All our membership development events are free with a range of formats, times and dates to suit you. You do not have to be a
Get registered and application webinars
An overview on becoming an EngTech, IEng, CEng or Fellow, we also provide support with the application process delivered in-company and online
One-to-one support
Advice on the application process with our 30 minute one-to-one sessions
Membership support events
Specialist support on Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Monitored Professional Development Scheme (MPDS), Supported Registration Scheme (SRS), mentoring and more
Membership Partner
Membership Partner is our membership and professional registration offer for organisations committed to the development and recognition of their technical people and teams. Find out more imeche.org/membership-partner
the next step in your career –visit imeche.org/application-help or email mdm@imeche.org
Engineering Technician
Incorporated Engineer
Chartered Engineer
MEMBER BENEFITS
Career development and recognition
• Use globally recognised post-nominals – AMIMechE, EngTech MIMechE, IEng MIMechE, CEng MIMechE, FIMechE
• Plan, record and review your CPD – use our online Career Developer tool
• Receive free support and advice from our Global Membership Development Team
Global community
• Attend industry-leading events – lectures, talks, conferences, webinars
• Connect and network with members at local talks, visits and social events
• Engage with volunteering opportunities to inspire future engineers
• Meet life’s challenges with financial, emotional and practical support from our Support Network
Engineering expertise
• Stay updated with access to our free Professional Engineering magazine, app and industry newsletters
• Attend industry-relevant training aligned with the UK-SPEC
• Access our world-class library with free online databases, texts and journals
Making an impact
• Help us to influence the government and highlight the importance of engineering in solving society’s biggest challenges
• Apply for awards and scholarships, and gain recognition for your achievements
Inspired to be the best?
Join our global community of experts and innovators. Take the next step in your career – visit imeche.org/application-help or email mdm@imeche.org.
READY TO APPLY
Resources
We have a range of resources to support your application.
Ready to apply
Further help and guidance with the academic and competence requirements for professional registration. YouTube playlist
Watch our recorded webinars and videos for further guidance.
Events calendar
Attend our virtual and face-to-face events for personalised advice.
Fees
Review up-to-date membership, application and Engineering Council fees on our website.
Being EngTech is widely recognised and serves as a benchmark for quality and competence in the industry. By becoming a member, I gained access to a vast network of professionals and resources that support continuous development and growth.
Scott Kettell EngTech MIMechE
Meet knowledge and understanding requirements
Meet competence requirements
Complete application form
Undertake Professional Review Interview (PRI) for IEng and CEng applicants only
Election as IMechE member
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