License: Professional Engineer
NYS Education Department Office of the Professions State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying & Geology
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89 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12234-1000
(518) 474-3817 ext. 140
A licensed professional engineer (PE) evaluates, plans, designs, supervises, and/or consults on the construction or operation of buildings, machines, roads, bridges,. . . and other projects and processes which require the application of engineering principles and data to safeguard people and property. Individuals, government agencies and private companies employ professional engineers.
- Stand-alone license
- Third-party exam required
- Specific course required
- Continuing education required
- Experience required
- No criminal record requirements
- Fees are reduced and expedited processing is available for military and spouses, with a temporary license available in the interim
License information updated 02/08/2021