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Further Engineering Questions

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Further Engineering Questions

What is a professional engineer?

A professional engineer has been licensed by the Board to practice engineering in the state of Nebraska. The board may designate a professional engineer, based on education, experience and examination, as being licensed in a specific discipline of engineering signifying an area in which the professional engineer has demonstrated competence.

What can a professional engineer do that an individual with an engineering degree cannot?

A professional engineer can be listed as the responsible licensee for engineering work on studies, designs, drawings, and specifications. A professional engineer has been granted the ability to work on projects of a certain size and complexity by the Board whereas an individual with an engineering degree, has not been granted such abilities.  

When can I call myself a professional engineer?

Individuals can call themselves a professional engineer after applying for and been issued a license by the Board. 

Any individual using the title “professional engineer” in Nebraska who is not licensed by the Nebraska Board is in violation of Neb. Rev. Stat. §81-3441.

Once I pass the PE Exam, am I licensed?

No. Individuals looking to become licensed in Nebraska will need to have at least four years of progressive engineering experience and take a short exam on the Nebraska statutes and rules before becoming licensed.

If I become licensed in one state, am I licensed in all states?

No. Becoming licensed in one state does not automatically license you or allow you to practice engineering in other U.S. states and territories. While other jurisdictions may have similar requirements for licensure, some may have additional requirements or jurisdiction-specific exams. 

Do other states have further testing requirements?

Yes. Some jurisdictions have jurisdiction-specific exams.

Do other countries require a license to work as a professional engineer?

They may. Some countries may require a license to practice engineering. 

 

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