Chartered Engineer Competency Framework
The Chartered Engineer Competencies are the assessment measures which you are judged against.
Competencies need to be targeted and achieved for successful Chartered Engineer registration success.
Assessors have achieved the required professional engineering status so will expect technical content.
|
A. Knowledge and understanding |
A1 |
A2 |
|
Have maintained and extended a sound theoretical approach to enable them to develop their particular role |
Are developing technological solutions to unusual or challenging problems, using their knowledge and understanding and/or dealing with complex technical issues or situations with significant levels of risk. |
|
B. Design, development and solving |
B1 |
B2 |
B3 |
|
Take an active role in the identification and definition of project requirements, problems and opportunities |
Can identify the appropriate investigations and research needed to undertake the design, development and analysis required to complete an engineering task and conduct these activities effectively |
Can implement engineering tasks and evaluate the effectiveness of engineering solutions. |
|
C. Responsibility, management and |
C1 |
C2 |
C3 |
C4 |
|
Plan the work and resources needed to enable effective implementation of a significant engineering task or project |
Manage (organise, direct and control), programme or schedule, budget and resource elements of a significant engineering task or project |
Lead teams or technical specialisms and assist others to meet changing technical and managerial needs |
Bring about continuous quality improvement and promote best practice. |
|
D. Communication and interpersonal |
D1 |
D2 |
D3 |
|
Communicate effectively with others, at all levels, in English |
Clearly present and discuss proposals, justifications and conclusions |
Demonstrate personal and social skills and awareness of diversity and inclusion issues. |
|
E. Personal and professional |
E1 |
E2 |
E3 |
E4 |
E5 |
|
Understand and comply with relevant codes of conduct |
Understand the safety implications of their role and manage, apply and improve safe systems of work |
Understand the principles of sustainable development and apply them in their work |
Carry out and record the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) necessary to maintain and enhance competence in their own area of practice |
Understand the ethical issues that may arise in their role and carry out their responsibilities in an ethical manner. |
Application Guidance
You can retrieve and add to your initial application until it has been submitted, take time to complete the preparation and documentation tasks below.
- Review the UK-Spec – Standards and ethical behaviours.
- Collect and digitise (PDF or similar) your qualification certificates and, if serving, JPA records, suitably certified.
- Use this form to prepare a summary of your engineering experience. From this point onwards you should target the competencies shown from the UK-Spec above. This must be uploaded during the online application process.
- Application FAQ.
- If you prefer to complete a paper-based application please contact Mr Charles Hessey registration@instre.org
Development plans and future CPD opportunities identify a path to growth, leading to a stronger application and movement to higher engineering level. The MY Career Path and CPD guidance content support this process.
Remember, if you are successful you may be able to apply for the MOD Engineering Registration Recognition Award (EPRA).
