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Certification and Licensing

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers offers certification to manufacturing engineers. Many engineering technicians choose to become certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies. The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence offers a variety of certifications for vehicle service technicians, including those in alternative fuels and light duty hybrid/electric vehicles. The American Institute of Certified Planners, a division of the American Planning Association, grants certification to planners

Engineers who work on projects that affect the property, health, or life of the public typically pursue licensure. There are two levels of licensing for engineers. Those who become Professional Engineers (PEs) have graduated from an accredited engineering curriculum, have four years of engineering experience, and have passed a written exam. Engineering graduates need not wait until they have four years experience, however, to start the licensure process. Those who pass the Fundamentals of Engineering examination after graduating are called Engineers in Training (EITs) or Engineer Interns (EIs). The EIT certification is usually valid for 10 years. After acquiring suitable work experience, EITs can take the second examination, the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam, to gain full PE licensure. For more information on licensing and examination requirements, visit http://www.ncees.org.

The state of New Jersey requires planners to be licensed. Licensure requirements for planners will vary by state. Contact the state departments of labor in which you want to work for more information on licensing requirements.