Engineering Technician (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.

• 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

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 programmes.  This can lead directly to Engineering Technician registration.

• 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

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.

How to register