Michigan Engineering Industry Licensing
Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in Michigan.
This page provides an overview of engineering industry licensing in Michigan 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
Michigan Engineering Company Licenses
Michigan Architecture, Engineering, or Surveying Firm Approval
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $0 |
Before you Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
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How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
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Renewal Not Required
Not required
No renewal application is required, but upon request by the department, a firm shall report to the department the names and addresses of its principals, persons in responsible charge, unlicensed principals, and any other information the department considers necessary.
Michigan Geology Firm License
Not required
Geoscience Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Michigan.
Individual Licenses
Michigan Individual Engineering Licenses
Michigan Geologist License
Not required
Professional Geoscientist licensure is not required on the State level in Michigan.
Michigan Professional Engineer License
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $115 |
Reciprocal Registration
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Agency Fee: | $115 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $80 |
Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
Michigan Professional Surveyor License
Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Professional Licensing |
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $135 |
Reciprocal Registration
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Agency Fee: | $135 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $100 |
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.