50-State Engineering Licensing Compliance Guide
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Vermont Engineering Industry Licensing

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Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in Vermont.

This page provides an overview of engineering industry licensing in Vermont 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.

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Vermont Engineering Company Licenses

Vermont Engineering Firm License

Not required



Engineering Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Vermont.

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all engineering work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

More information: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Board of Professional Engineering
Law:

26 V.S.A. § 1160 et seq.

Eligible Entity Types:
  • Business Corporations
  • Professional Corporations
  • Limited Liability Companies
  • Professional Limited Liability Companies
  • Partnerships
Ownership Requirements:

Business Corporations:

  • Officers and directors need not be licensed, but the firm's practice of engineering in Vermont must be carried out by licensed engineers.

Professional Corporations:

  • All of the shareholders, at least 1/2 of the directors, and all of the officers (excluding the secretary and treasurer) must be licensed in a professional service performed by the firm.

Limited Liability Companies:

  • Members and managers need not be licensed, but the firm's practice of engineering in Vermont must be carried out by licensed engineers.

Professional Limited Liability Companies:

  • At least 1/2 of the managers and all of the members (excluding the secretary and treasurer) must be licensed in a professional service performed by the firm.

Partnerships:

  • Partners need not be licensed, but the firm's practice of engineering in Vermont must be carried out by licensed engineers.

Vermont Geology Firm License

Not required



Geoscience Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Vermont.

Vermont Land Surveying Firm License

Not required



Land Surveying Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Vermont.

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all surveying work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

More information: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Board of Land Surveying

Individual Licenses

Vermont Individual Engineering Licenses

Vermont Engineer Intern Certificate

Agency:Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Board of Professional Engineering

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Renewal Not Required

Not required



Vermont Geologist License

Not required



Professional Geoscientist licensure is not required on the State level in Vermont.

Vermont Land Surveyor License

Agency:Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Board of Land Surveying

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$200

Reciprocal Registration

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$300

Due:

By September 30 of even-numbered years.

Vermont Professional Engineer License

Agency:Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Board of Professional Engineering
Exam Required?Yes
Allow Digital Signatures?Yes
Digital Signature Guidelines:

(a) Sealing means the application of the seal and the signature of the licensee. Manual or electronic forms of the seal and signature are acceptable.

CVR 04-030-100.2.7

Allow Digital Sealing?Yes
Digital Sealing Guidelines:

Each licensee shall obtain a seal bearing the licensee's name, specialty discipline, license number, and the title "Licensed Professional Engineer." The seal shall be substantially of the following format, and shall be approximately one-and-one-half inches in diameter. The seal may be a wet seal, embossed seal, or an electronic format. Each licensee is responsible for managing the use and security of his or her seal and signature.

CVR 04-030-100.2.6

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$80

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (a copy of your Engineer in Training certificate is acceptable) 

  • Certificate of Education form and mail to the college or university where you received your BS
  • Reference Provider Letters 

Reciprocal Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$80

Required Attachments:
  • If submitting an NCEES record, you will not need to complete the certificate of education, verification of
    license, and reference letters).
  • Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (a copy of your Engineer in Training certificate is acceptable) 
  • Certificate of Education form and mail to the college or university where you received your BS
  • Reference Provider Letters 
  • Request for Verification of Licensure or Examination 

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

By July 31 of even-numbered years.

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.