Maryland Engineering Industry Licensing
Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in Maryland.
This page provides an overview of engineering industry licensing in Maryland for individuals and firms. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Maryland Engineering Company Licenses
Maryland Engineering Firm Permit
Initial Registration
This section applies to engineering firms that are applying for a license in Maryland for the first time. If you already have a license and are looking to renew it, please see the renewal section.
Filing Method: | File an application online then email a managing agent certification form to dloplperfirm-labor@maryland.gov. |
Agency Fee: | $112 |
Turnaround: | Immediately upon registration with licensure information, via online. |
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How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
This section applies to engineering firms that are already licensed in Maryland and need to renew their license.
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Agency Fee: | $112 |
Due: | Biennially by the registration date. |
Notes: | Renewal notices are sent approximately 60 days before the expiration of the permit. |
Amendment
Form: | Firm Name Change or Managing Agent Change Form and Affidavit of the Managing Agent |
Agency Fee: | $0 |
Due: | Within 60 days of the effective date of the change. |
Original Ink: | Not required |
Notarization Required?: | Not required |
Maryland Geology Firm License
Not required
Geoscience Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Maryland.
Maryland Land Surveying Firm Permit
Agency: | Maryland Department of Labor - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing - Board for Professional Land Surveyors |
Initial Registration
Filing Method: | File an application online then email a managing agent certification form to dlopllandsurveyors-dllr@maryland.gov. |
Agency Fee: | $135 (of which $35 is non-refundable application fee) |
Original Ink: | Not required |
Notarization Required?: | Not required |
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Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
Due: | Biennially by the registration date. |
Original Ink: | Not required |
Notarization Required?: | Not required |
Notes: | Renewal notices are sent approximately 60 days before the expiration of the permit. |
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Individual Licenses
Maryland Individual Engineering Licenses
Maryland Geologist License
Not required
Professional Geoscientist licensure is not required on the State level in Maryland.
Maryland Professional Engineer License
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $56 exam fee + $86 license fee |
Reciprocal Registration
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Agency Fee: | $56 application fee + $86 license fee |
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Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $86 |
Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
Original Ink: | Not required |
Notarization Required?: | Not required |
Maryland Professional Land Surveyor License
Agency: | Maryland Department of Labor - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing - Board for Professional Land Surveyors |
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $76 |
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Reciprocal Registration
Instructions: | Apply for a Reciprocal License - Professional Land Surveyors |
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Agency Fee: | $76 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $76 |
Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
Learn about engineering licensing in other states:
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.