Associate Engineer

Associate Engineers are problem-solvers. They apply current technologies and exercise independent technical judgement in their day-to-day work. In general, they are experienced engineers who actively participate in financial considerations.

Resources

Associate Engineer Regulations

Achieving the Associate Engineer title is a public statement of your professional competence.

Being involved with Engineers Ireland is a very effective way of meeting other engineers from other disciplines as well as getting the bigger picture of engineering.

Have you received a professional title from a country that has a Mutual Recognition Agreement with Ireland? Learn how to get your title recognised by Engineers Ireland.

Did you know that you are required to have your Professional Title application validated by two supporters?

Guidance for your Professional Interview

The professional interview gives you the chance to share and authenticate your involvement and ownership of the evidence already presented in your application.

To apply for the Registered Professional Title of Associate Engineer, you will need to be a member and be eligible to apply, based on your qualifications. You will need an accredited Level 7 qualification and at least four years' postgraduate experience. Use the Associate Engineer Regulations as your guideline for your application.

To begin your application, log into your Member dashboard and select My Professional Title.

Deadlines

The next deadline to submit your professional title application is midnight on Friday, 30 January 2026

We're here to help

If you have any questions on your professional title application, please get in touch with our Membership team on (01) 665 1334 – we're happy to help.

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