Membership

Recognition

Gain the competitive edge in the global market by being a part of an elite community committed to engineering a better world.

Chartered

Progress your career and gain the competitive advantage by becoming a Chartered engineer, technologist or associate. Maintain currency and build confidence in your own ability with Chartered, the internationally recognised credential.

Global mobility

Working in an increasingly global profession, it’s important to know that you’ll be supported wherever your career takes you. International Accords enable global recognition of your skills and knowledge, with over 5,000 Engineers Australia members working internationally.

Awards

Celebrate your accomplishments through a range of awards and prizes for engineering projects, innovation and excellence. The program includes awards, medals and scholarships offered through Engineers Australia’s Divisions, Colleges and at a national level; including the prestigious Australian Engineering Excellence Awards.

Engineering Executive

If you are interested in pursuing management and leadership opportunities in both the private and public sectors, you can have your achievements recognised through the Engineering Executive (EngExec) post-nominal.

Knowledge

Access Australia’s premier engineering network and have world-class professional development and technical resources at your fingertips.

Technical resources

Engineers Australia membership includes access to world-class resources designed to help you with research and professional development. The online library offers technical databases, conference papers, industry journals, handbooks and more; exploring all areas of engineering.

News and updates

For relevant news, including current industry issues, policy, and major events, keep your eye out for the monthly edition of Create, our magazine, and register for your fortnightly Industry Newsletter, sent to all Engineers Australia members. In addition to active social media channels, the Engineers Australia website is a great source of news updates and local events.

Networking and events

With a technical program of more than 1,000 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities across all areas of engineering each year, it’s easy to maintain your Chartered credential and expand your professional network.

Career centre

Engineers Australia encourages lifelong learning and gives you access to tailored career services, comprehensive internal and external resources, guidance and advice. Whatever stage you’re at in your engineering career, Engineers Australia is ready to support you, introduce you to new networks and to help you shape or give back to the profession.

Voice

Have a say in the direction and future of your profession.

Advocacy

Engineers Australia ensures members’ interests are represented and voiced to government through ongoing advocacy activities and media engagement. Keep up-to-date with news and advancements from the engineering industry through our online newsroom , media releases, and tweets.

Volunteering and learned groups

Build your professional reputation and industry knowledge by joining 5,000 other members undertaking office bearer roles and voluntary tasks each year. Local and National groups are involved in advocacy activities and raising the profile of engineers, facilitating professional connections, learning opportunities and increasing engagement in engineering activities.

• At least one primary identification document – a passport photo page, a current driver's license or a copy of your birth certificate
• Degree certificate (testamur)
• Academic transcript
• Previous Assessment Letter from EA can be uploaded in lieu of qualifications
• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Résumé. 

Apply for Membership

No matter what your engineering discipline, applying for an Engineers Australia membership is the right step to take in furthering your engineering career. Depending on your qualification, you can apply for membership grade of Member (MIEAust), Technologist Member (TMIEAust) or Associate Member (AMIEAust).

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Current Application Processing Turnaround Time

The turnaround time is currently about 3 business days. Please refrain from contacting Engineers Australia within this timeframe, as it will further delay processing time for all applications.

Completing the online application form

When completing your application form you will be asked to nominate your Occupational Category. These categories are based on your educational qualifications, and your post-nominals will indicate both your Grade and Occupational Category. The categories are:

• Professional Engineer (MIEAust) – completion of an Engineers Australia-accredited four or more years engineering qualification in Australia, or equivalent, and minimum of three years acceptable work experience at the level of Professional Engineer
• Engineering Technologist (TMIEAust) – completion of an Engineers Australia-accredited three-year engineering technology qualification in Australia, or equivalent, and minimum of three years acceptable work experience at the level of Engineering Technologist
• Engineering Associate (AMIEAust) – completion of an Engineers Australia recognised two-year engineering associate qualification in Australia, or equivalent, and minimum of three years acceptable work experience at the level of Engineering Associate. 

If you are not sure which category you belong to, please contact our Member Services Team.

• Learn more about Occupational Categories
• View a list of Engineers Australia accredited courses 

If you have any questions please contact the Member Services Team.