Metallurgical Engineers

Certification or Licensing

Certification is a status granted by a technical or professional organization for the purpose of recognizing and documenting an individual's abilities in a specific engineering field. SME offers various certification programs to metallurgical engineers who work in manufacturing and who meet education and experience requirements.

Engineers whose work may affect the life, health, or safety of the public must be registered according to regulations in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Applicants for registration must have received a degree from an accredited engineering program and have four years of experience. They must also pass a written examination.