Engineering registration
Professional registration and competence evaluation with Engineering New Zealand for Washington Accord, Sydney Accord, and Dublin Accord engineers.
Who this pathway suits
Civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineers.
Eligibility at a glance
- Accredited Washington Accord engineering degree or Knowledge Assessment (KA02)
- Demonstrated professional engineering competence against International Engineering Alliance (IEA) standards
How the process works
- Join Engineering New Zealand
- Complete Knowledge Assessment (if non-Accord degree)
- Apply for Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status
Documents you will typically need
- Degree transcripts, work experience reports, engineering project portfolio
What to keep in mind
Civil and structural engineers are on Green List Tier 1, granting immediate residency upon receiving an accredited job offer.
Official source: Engineering New Zealand. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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