[What is the starting salary point for engineers in Hong Kong? Is it necessary to take the CEng exam? 】

What is the starting salary point for engineers in Hong Kong? Engineers are professionals and generally want to become an engineer in Hong Kong. Those who join the industry usually graduate from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction engineering, environmental engineering, etc. However, in the Hong Kong engineering industry, seniority does not mean that you can advance directly. If you want to Your career will be brighter in the future. There are some licenses or qualifications that you must take. Before getting to the point, let’s first understand the structure of an engineer.

Take the promotion ladder for engineers in the government department as an example. An engineer's career will start with the most junior assistant engineer, and then be promoted to engineer, senior engineer, chief engineer, government engineer, and chief government engineer. It may be different from that in private institutions, but it is roughly similar. The starting salary point for government engineers is slightly higher than that for private institutions.

Note:
* There are government engineering departments in the structural engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, and building services engineering sectors.
* There are chief government engineers in the civil engineering and geotechnical engineering sectors.

Salary and starting point of engineers employed in Hong Kong government departments

Assistant engineer starting salary: $38,595-$55,995/month

The following positions require at least a Chartered Engineer or equivalent qualification:
Engineer starting salary: $70,465-$110,170/month
Senior Engineer: $117,580-$135,470/month
Chief Engineer: $150,950 - $165,200/month
Government Engineer: $179,350 - $196,050 /month
Chief Government Engineer: $208,500 - $227,600 /month

 

Qualifications of Hong Kong Engineers

It can be seen that the salary of engineers in Hong Kong is closely related to whether they have professional qualifications. Friends who are engaged in engineering in Hong Kong generally obtain two qualifications, one is to become a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Engineering (MHKIE), and the other is a Chartered Engineer (CEng). There are differences in legal authority. Applicants should obtain the above qualifications according to their career plans.

Why should you obtain the Chartered Engineer (CEng) qualification?

Obtaining the Chartered Engineer (CEng) qualification can enhance one's status in the engineering industry. There are many institutions in Hong Kong that can issue CEng qualifications, such as CIBSE, IMechE, etc. The CEng qualification is a globally recognized professional engineer qualification that can improve engineers' professional skills in the industry. With professional status and recognition within the country, engineers with CEng qualifications can obtain better development opportunities, including promotions, salary increases, and more participation in more challenging and important engineering projects. They are recognized in many countries and regions and serve as Engineers offer greater international job opportunities.

 

How to obtain Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Generally, you can apply to the Institute of Engineering Council through academic or experience channels, such as CIBSE and IMechE. You must first review the application qualifications by the institute, submit a professional report to demonstrate your ability to meet CEng standards, and then successfully pass the interview before you can officially To obtain CEng qualifications, the general report requires one or two current CEng society members as recommenders. If you want to increase your chances of obtaining CEng, you can participate in the PRR review and interview training we organize. Our chairman mentor Dr. Tse will help you in Before submitting EPR or PRR, undergo review and one-on-one interview training to increase your chances of successfully obtaining CEng.

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Why you should get Registered Professional Engineer (RPE)

Registered Professional Engineer (RPE) is different from CEng. There are many engineering societies in Hong Kong that can issue CEng licenses. However, RPE is only qualified to issue this qualification by the Engineers Registration Board (ERB). To obtain RPE qualification, you must first obtain CEng qualification. RPE It has the authority to issue statutory documents in accordance with the law, play an important role in engineering projects, and enhance its professional status. If the approval of the project requires government approval, RPE signature is required.

 

How to obtain a Registered Professional Engineer (RPE)

Applicants must have CEng qualifications, or be members of MHKIE (Hong Kong Institution of Engineers) through professional mutual recognition of CEng qualifications. After obtaining the qualifications, they need to add one year of local engineering experience to be eligible to submit the application form and relevant documents to ERB. ERB is in After reviewing your information, the applicant may be scheduled to take an exam. After passing the review and exam, ERB will officially issue the RPE qualification.

 

Engineering documents that can be issued by the Registered Professional Engineer RPE:

Design documents such as engineering design drawings and design reports, which need to comply with professional standards and regulations.

Certificate of Conformity A demonstration of compliance and safety of an engineering project, typically used in construction and civil engineering.

Inspection Report The results of an inspection of a building or facility, including structural inspection and safety assessment reports.

Contract documents involve contract documents for construction projects or projects, which must comply with legal requirements or be endorsed with engineering documents that require government approval.

When an engineer successfully obtains the British Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, in addition to an increase in salary and remuneration, it is also an internationally recognized professional status. Hong Kong engineers generally apply to obtain CEng qualifications at CIBSE or IMechE, which is more widely accepted. , we at HKEA provide special training courses and services for obtaining CEng qualifications. The chairman instructor Dr. Tse has rich qualifications. Please feel free to contact our customer service for inquiries.

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