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[TRISH123]

Hey guys,

I have a question. I graduated from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong. I started working at an engineering firm in May 2013. This means I have experience of around 2 years. I don’t have much site experience though. I will apply for ICE or IStructE later next year. However, I would like to know if it is sensible to apply for ICE Career Appraisal now. Is it too early or is it worth giving a shot? I think I am technically and otherwise capable of handling it.

Thanks in advance.

 

[msquared48]

It is always good to know where you are going and how to get there. That way, you are usually on time.

Mike McCann, PE, SE (WA)

 

[Ussuri]

There is no harm asking the ICE directly, however, with only two years experience after graduation I suspect the answer will be no.

If you were training under agreement you would typically be looking at a minimum of 3 years to complete the agreement. And that would be exceptional because you would need to be very lucky to get all the experience in all the areas the ICE require (it is more than just technical). More likely it will take about 5 years to meet all the competencies needed.


The career appraisal route is for those who are not able to train under agreement. Typically the rule of thumb used to be 10 years experience for that route.

There is also an age limit for the Chartered Engineer status. You need to be a minimum of 25.

 

[JSheward]

Hi Trish,

A colleague of mine has come from abroad under similar circumstances. Initially they had to get their qualification reviewed by the ICE to see whether they are eligible for CEng MICE. So make sure that you have this first if you haven't already, it may require further learning if not, or mean that you only qualify for IEng. I have run a quick check on the details I believe for you that would be correct and its says you would be eligible for CEng MICE. [URL unfurl="true"]https://www.ice.org.uk/membership/how-to-become-a-member-of-ice[/url]

If you use the above link you will find a tool which helps to chose which type of membership you should go for. One question for already practising engineers is "Do you have extensive experience?" With 2 years experience I don't think that carrier appraisal is the way to go. I would suggest signing up as a graduate and getting onto a training scheme and discussing with your supervisor about putting previous experience towards your development objectives.

Hope this helps. Good luck.

J