50-State Engineering Licensing Compliance Guide
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Engineering Firm Licensing

Engineering firms have regulatory hurdles to clear at every phase of their development.

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8 States (and D.C.) Do Not Require Firm Licenses
34 States Require Firm Licenses
8 States Require Firm Registration or Other Prerequisites


Overview of Engineering Firm Licensing Requirements

When expanding into new geographies, firms quickly find that what works in one state often doesn’t apply in the next. Perhaps their name cannot be registered in a new jurisdiction, or their present ownership is unacceptable, or their corporate structure is not allowed. Or they submit an application only to find that the new state follows a different process and they’ve missed a prerequisite, sending them back to the beginning.

Maintaining licenses and good standing throughout their existing footprint presents further challenges, including license renewals, tracking continuing education credits, coordinating COAs and qualifier licenses, and maintaining accurate records with state authorities. Any disconnect between these disparate aspects of compliance can jeopardize the firm’s licensing and ability to perform.

Many of these nuances are not captured in state websites, leaving firms to uncover them through a slow process of exploration and discovery. This can tie up significant staff time and even impede performance and growth.

For example, when entering a new state, firms must register with the secretary of state to do business as an out-of-state or “foreign” firm. In 34 states, firms must also apply for a COA through the state engineering licensing board. In 8 additional states, firms must complete requirements other than licensing before offering services. (Some of these requirements can be every bit as time-consuming as a full-blown license application, so don’t assume lack of a license equates to easy entry).

Since firms must generally obtain COAs before offering services in a state, the timeline to licensing is critical to business development. Yet at the time of this writing, obtaining a COA can take anywhere from 4 to 22 weeks, depending on the state.

Add to this the fact that some jurisdictions are rejecting as many as 4 out 5 applications for minor paperwork missteps, and you begin to see the complexity of the regulatory landscape engineering firms must navigate at each stage of the corporate lifecycle.

The following highlights areas that most commonly trip up engineering firms managing licensing across multiple jurisdictions. In addition to researching the requirements thoroughly, you can take advantage of our full range of AE compliance solutions, from purpose-built software to expert services to make the task easier.

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Entering New States

When evaluating opportunities in new jurisdictions, it’s important to check requirements concerning the following:

Order of Operations

In most states, registration with the SOS precedes firm licensing. Yet in a few states, firms must receive approval from the engineering licensing board before registering with the SOS. It’s important to research the order of steps in a new state before beginning any applications.

Name Requirements

In some states, engineering firms must include some form of the word “engineering” in their names, while in others, firms are subject to additional requirements if their names contain such as reference. As a result, firms often need to adopt fictitious names to operate in new states.

Corporate Structure

Engineering firms are required to form under a specific structure in many states. For example, in Vermont, engineering firms must form as professional corporations (PCs) or professional limited liability companies, while in New Jersey, out-of-state engineering firms are forbidden from forming a PC. For this reason, corporate structure should be examined early and carefully when contemplating a new jurisdiction.

Ownership and Management Requirements

Another area to consider when licensing an engineering firm in new geographies is ownership and management. Many states require firms to have a specific share of ownership by licensed engineering professionals. In New York, which is one of the more stringent states for engineering firms, all partners must be licensed in New York. In other states, licensed engineers must hold specific management positions in the firm. Because of these requirements, firms may need to form a new entity under a different mix of owners to work in a particular state.

Design Firm Licenses

Some states combine the applications for engineering with other AE disciplines into a single design firm application. Illinois, for instance, uses a general design firm application for architecture, land surveying, professional engineering, and structural engineering.

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Maintaining Compliance

Once licensed, firms must work to maintain COAs, licenses of individual qualifiers, and good standing of their entity in each state.

License Renewals

Most COAs must be renewed every one to two years. If your firm has been disciplined by any state licensing board, this must usually be disclosed in renewals. In addition, firms should track renewals of individual engineer licenses, particularly for engineers in responsible charge. Since renewals require continuing education (CE), it’s important for firms to have a system in place for tracking CE credits and reminding engineers of upcoming renewal deadlines.

Maintaining Accurate Records

Firms must also maintain accurate records with state agencies. If an engineering firm wants to change its name, there are multiple steps it must take to ensure it remains in compliance with state requirements.

Typically, firms must notify the engineering board to change their names or addresses and fill out a new certificate of authorization or change forms, depending on the state. Many firms don't realize that if they change their name, they must first register the change with the Secretary of State. Interestingly, prior approval from the engineering board is required in some states.

In terms of steps, most engineering firms can expect the following when changing their business name:

  1. Research the new name to ensure it is available with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
  2. Notify the Secretary of State via applicable paperwork and pay any required fees.
  3. Update licenses and permits to reflect the new business name.
  4. Notify the IRS of the change - note the process varies depending on the type of business.
  5. Apply for a new EIN to ensure all tax documents are correct.
  6. Update business documents with the new name to ensure branding is consistent.
  7. Inform customers of the name change and let them know you are still open for business.

Tracking Qualifier Licenses

In addition, firms must be vigilant in tracking the licenses of qualifying engineers and promptly reporting changes in their information or status to state agencies. If a qualifier leaves, the firm has a limited time to appoint a replacement or risk forfeiting the COA. Because most firms lack software to connect COAs and qualifier licenses, this is a major source of inadvertent unlicensed activity within the industry.

Branch Office Registration

In some states, branch offices must be registered individually with the secretary of state. Some states require an engineer in responsible charge for each branch location. In addition, it’s important to accurately document which branch offices and associated engineers will be providing services on a particular contract and ensure that they are properly licensed according to the requirements of the state where the work is being done. This is another area that frequently trips up multi-state firms.

Corporate Lifecycle Filings

In addition to managing COAs and qualifier licenses, engineering firms must maintain good standing in each state by maintaining registered agent service and submitting annual reports and other corporate lifecycle filings. Deadlines vary with each jurisdiction, so firms need a reliable means for tracking deadlines and alerting staff of upcoming due dates to safeguard their good standing.

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50-State Requirements

Alabama

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Alabama Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$100

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$200

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

By December 31 of odd-numbered years.

Alaska

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Alaska State Board of Registration for Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$200 application fee + $300 registration fee

Form:

Certificate of Authorization for Corporate LLC, or LLP Practice

Filing Method:

Mail or fax.

License Renewal

Fee:

$300. Firms that obtained a license in the second half of the renewal period and are renewing for the first time pay a prorated fee of $150.

Form:

Biennial Certificate of Authorization Renewal for Corporate LLC or LLP Practice

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

By December 31 of odd-numbered years.

Arizona

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Agency

Arizona State Board of Technical Registration

Initial Application

Fee:

$50

Form:

Annual Branch Registration 

Filing Method:

Mail

License Renewal

Fee:

$50

Form:

Annual Branch Registration (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Due:

Annually by the initial registration anniversary date. Renewals can be filed as early as 30 days prior to the expiration date.


Agency

Arizona State Board of Technical Registration

Initial Application

Fee:
  • $50
  • When paying for the initial registration through the online payment portal, use five zero's as the firm's registration number to complete the payment. A final registration number will be assigned after the application has been processed. 
Form:

Annual Firm Registration 

Filing Method:

Mail

License Renewal

Fee:

$50

Form:

Annual Firm Registration (Renewal)

Due:

Annually by the initial registration anniversary date. Renewals can be filed as early as 30 days prior to the expiration date.

Arkansas

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Agency

Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$150

Form:

Certificate of Authorization Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

License Renewal

Fee:

$100

Filing Method:

Mail or online

Due:

Biennially by December 31. Licenses ending in even numbers must be renewed every even-numbered year, and licenses ending in odd numbers must be renewed every odd-numbered year.

California

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California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists

License Renewal

Colorado

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Colorado

Engineering firms are not licensed at the state level in Colorado. Business entities are permitted to practice engineering provided that they comply with CO Stat. § 12-25-104.

Connecticut

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Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational and Professional Licensing Division

License Renewal

Fee:

$375

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by the day prior to the date of initial registration.


Agency

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational and Professional Licensing Division

License Renewal

Fee:

$375

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by April 30.

Delaware

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Delaware Association of Professional Engineers

Initial Application

Fee:

$200

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$150

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by September 30.

District of Columbia

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in District of Columbia

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all engineering work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

Florida

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Agency

Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)

Initial Application

Fee:

$0

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Georgia

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Georgia Board of Registration of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$0

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$100 renewal fee + $5 online filing fee

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

By June 30 of even-numbered years.

Hawaii

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Hawaii

Engineering firms are not licensed at the state level in Hawaii. Business entities are permitted to practice architecture provided that they comply with HAR § 16-115-4.

Idaho

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Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses - Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (IPELS)

Initial Application

Fee:

$200

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$120 renewal fee + $5.50 online filing fee

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually on the last day of the month that the COA was issued in.

Illinois

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Agency

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Initial Application

Fee:

$75

Form:

Professional Design Firm Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail your completed application, fee, and support documents to:


Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation,
Attn: Division of Professional Regulation, Design/PSS4
P.O. Box 7007
Springfield, Illinois 62791

License Renewal

Fee:

$75

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

By April 30 of odd-numbered years. Renewals may be filed as early as 3 months prior to the expiration date.

Indiana

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Indiana

Indiana does not issue firm licenses at the state level and no longer requires professional corporations to obtain a certificate of registration before incorporating.

Iowa

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Iowa

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all engineering work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

Kansas

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Agency

Kansas State Board of Technical Professions

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$95

Form:

Paper Renewal Form for Business Entities

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:
  • Business Entities with names beginning with A-L renew by December 31 in even-numbered years; M-Z renew by December 31 in odd-numbered years.
  • Renewals can be filed as early as 60 days prior to the expiration date. There is a grace period from January 1 to March 1 where no penalties are issued for late filing.

Kentucky

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Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$100 for an engineering firm permit or $150 for an engineering and land surveying firm permit.

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$100 for an engineering firm permit or $150 for an engineering and land surveying firm permit.

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Louisiana

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Agency

Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board

Initial Application

Fee:

$165

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$120

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Either March 31 or September 30 Biennially

Maine

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Maine

Maryland

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Maryland Department of Labor - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing - Board for Professional Engineers

Initial Application

Fee:

$112

Filing Method:

File an application online then email a managing agent certification form to dloplperfirm-labor@maryland.gov.

License Renewal

Fee:

$112

Filing Method:

Online

Due:Biennially by the registration date.

Massachusetts

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Massachusetts

Engineering firms may need to file a regulatory board certificate with the secretary of state prior to forming a professional entity.

Michigan

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Agency

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Professional Licensing

Initial Application

Fee:

$0

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Minnesota

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Agency

Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID)

Initial Application

Fee:

$100

Form:

Professional Firm Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

License Renewal

Fee:

$25

Form:

Professional Firm Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or Online

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Mississippi

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Mississippi Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$100 renewal fee + $4.24 processing and service fee

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Biennially by December 31. Licensees initially licensed in an even-numbered year renew every even-numbered year. Licensees initially licensed in an odd-numbered year renew every odd-numbered year.

Missouri

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Missouri Board For Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors and Professional Landscape Architects

License Renewal

Fee:

$50 renewal fee + $1.25 online processing fee

Filing Method:

Online

Due:
  • Licenses originally issued in even-numbered years expire on December 31 of each even-numbered year and licenses originally issued in odd-numbered years expire on December 31 of each odd-numbered year.
  • Renewals may be filed as early as 3 months prior to the expiration date.

Montana

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Agency

Montana Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$25

Form:

Certificate of Authority Renewal

Due:

Annually by October 1.

Nebraska

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Agency

Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects

Initial Application

Fee:

Tiered fee structure by number of licensees:

  • 1-5: $100
  • 6-10: $200
  • 11-49: $300
  • 50+: $400
Form:

Application for Certificate of Authorization

Filing Method:

Mail

License Renewal

Fee:

Tiered fee structure by number of licensees:

  • 1-5: $50
  • 6-10: $150
  • 11-49: $250
  • 50+: $350
Form:

Renewal forms are mailed a month prior to expiration.

Filing Method:

Mail

Due:

Biennially by the date of issuance.

Nevada

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Agency

Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers & Land Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$50

Form:

Firm Registration

License Renewal

Fee:

$50

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually within 30 days of the anniversary date of the original filing

New Hampshire

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Agency

New Hampshire Board of Professional Engineers

Initial Application

Fee:

$200

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$200

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Biennially by the end of the month of expiration.

New Jersey

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Agency

New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs - State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$120 if applying during the first year of the biennial license period or $60 if applying during the second year of the biennial licensing period.

Form:

Certificate of Authorization Application

Filing Method:

Mail to: 

STATE BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS
P.O. BOX 45015
NEWARK, NJ 07101

License Renewal

Fee:

$120

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

By August 31 of even-numbered years.

New Mexico

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Agency

New Mexico Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors

Initial Application

License Renewal

New York

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New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions - State Board for Engineering

Initial Application

Fee:

$125

Form:

Application for Certificate of Authorization

Filing Method:

Mail

License Renewal

Fee:

$75

Form:

Renewal applications are sent in the mail.

Filing Method:

Mail

Due:

Triennially by the date of issuance.

North Carolina

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Agency

North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers & Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$100

Form:

License Application

Filing Method:

Mail or email to firms@ncbels.org

License Renewal

Fee:

$75

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by June 30.

North Dakota

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Agency

North Dakota State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Land Surveyors

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$100

Form:

Certificate of Commercial Practice Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

Annually by December 31. Online renewals may be filed as early as October 29.

Ohio

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Agency

Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$50

Form:

Certificate of Authorization Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

By June 30 of even-numbered years. Online renewals may be filed as early as May 1.

Oklahoma

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Agency

Oklahoma Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$200

Form:

Certificate of Authorization Application

Filing Method:

Mail

License Renewal

Fee:

$200

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Biennially by June 30. Firms whose name begins with letters A-G renew during even-numbered years and firms with H-Z names renew during odd-numbered years.

Oregon

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Oregon

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all engineering work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

Pennsylvania

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania does not license firms, but requires that engineering companies have at least one licensed engineer on staff. Name registration is required for firms with some form of "Engineer" in the name. You must receive board approval prior to foreign qualification.

Rhode Island

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Rhode Island Division of Building, Design, and Fire Professionals

Initial Application

Fee:

$150 ($0 if the firm has no employees)

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$50

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

By June 30 of even-numbered years.

South Carolina

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Agency

South Carolina Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors

Initial Application

Fee:

$115

Form:

Certificate of Authorization Application

Filing Method:

Mail

License Renewal

Fee:

$75

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

By March 31 of odd-numbered years.

South Dakota

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Agency

South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation: Board of Technical Professions

Initial Application

Fee:

$100

Filing Method:

Online

License Renewal

Fee:

$80

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Biennially by the date of issuance.

Tennessee

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Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance - Tennessee Board of Architectural and Engineering Examiners

Initial Application

Fee:

$0

Form:

Corporation, Partnership, and Firm Disclosure

Filing Method:

Mail, fax, or email to sundra.dunlap@tn.gov

License Renewal

Texas

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Agency

Texas Board of Professional Engineers & Land Surveyors Individuals and Firms



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Initial Application

Fee:

$25 for sole proprietorships and $150 for all other entities.

Form:

Engineering Firm Registration

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

License Renewal

Fee:

$25 for sole proprietorships and $150 for all other entities.

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by the end of the month the license was issued in.

Utah

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Utah

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all engineering work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

Vermont

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Not Required

Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Vermont

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all engineering work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

Virginia

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Agency

Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects

Initial Application

Fee:

$45

Form:

Business Entity Branch Office Application

Filing Method:

Typically 3-5 business days, but could take as long as 3 weeks.

License Renewal

Fee:

$35

Form:

Branch Office Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

By February 28 of even-numbered years.


Agency

Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$45

Form:

Business Entity Registration Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

By December 31 of odd-numbered years. Renewals may be filed as early as 90 days prior to the expiration date.


Agency

Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects

License Renewal

Fee:

$25

Form:

Branch Office Renewal Form

Due:

By February 28 of even-numbered years.


Agency

Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$25

Form:

Business Entity Registration Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

By December 31 of odd-numbered years. Renewals may be filed as early as 90 days prior to the expiration date.


Agency

Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects

License Renewal

Fee:

$50

Form:

Branch Office Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

By February 28 of even-numbered years.


Agency

Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects

License Renewal

Fee:

$50

Form:

Business Entity Registration Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

By December 31 of odd-numbered years.

Washington

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Washington Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Land Surveyors (BRPELS)

License Renewal

Fee:

$121

Filing Method:

Online

Due:

Annually by the end of the registration anniversary month. Renewals may be filed as early as 120 days prior to the expiration date.

West Virginia

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Agency

West Virginia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers

Initial Application

Fee:

$0 for Sole Proprietorship, $100 for firms with 3 or fewer PEs, or $150 for firms with more than 3 PEs. 

Form:

Engineering Authorized Company Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$0 for Sole Proprietorship, $100 for firms with 3 or fewer PE's, or $500 for firms with more than 3

Form:Forms are sent in the mail.Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Due:

By December 31 of odd-numbered years.

Wisconsin

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Wisconsin Examining Board of Architects, Landscape Architects, Professional Engineers, Designers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Registered Interior Designers

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$56

Form:

Form 929: Report of Renewal Information for COA

Filing Method:

Mail, fax, or online.

Due:

By January 31 of even-numbered years.

Wyoming

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Wyoming Board of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors

Initial Application

License Renewal

Fee:

$90

Form:

Renewal for Business Entity Authorization

Due:

By December 31 of the year following initial licensure and biennially thereafter.

Design Firm - Engineering firm registration is sometimes grouped with architecture and land surveying on a single “design firm” application form.

EI (Engineering Intern) - A term also used to describe an Engineer in Training.

EIT (Engineer in Training) - A professional designation granted upon having completed at least 3 years of school at an ABET-accredited university and having passed the FE exam.

FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) - An exam testing on basic engineering principles that is required to become an engineer in training.

PE (Professional Engineer or 'Principles and Practice in Engineering') - Means either Professional Engineer or refers to the Principles and Practice in Engineering exam that is a prerequisite for an engineering license.

Reciprocity - When a licensed engineer in one state can provide documentation (often an NCEES Record) to more easily apply for a license in another jurisdiction.

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
Accrediting board that sets standards for university programs in a variety of applied science disciplines.

American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)
Engineering, architecture, and land surveying advocacy group.

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Organization that provides continuing education, professional conferences, and advocacy efforts to the civil engineering community.

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Mechanical engineering organization that focuses on education and professional development.

Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC)
Reviews accreditation requirements and makes final decisions regarding the accreditation process.

National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES)
Develops, administers, and scores the exams used for engineering licenses.

National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)
NSPE is an advocacy group for professional engineers.