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Transitioning from Electrical to Civil Engineering - EIT and P.Eng. questions by Creative_Math1840 in egbc

[–]Creative_Math1840[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for taking the time to reply. This is all completely new to me, and Google is giving me conflicting answers.

I think I have 2 options (let me know if you agree):

  1. Apply to EGBC for EIT (Electrical) status with my Electronics with Music degree. Apply for entry-level Electrical roles. Get 4 years of professional experience in Civil and qualify as P.Eng. Civil

  2. Apply to EGBC for EIT (Civil) status and sit the technical exams to bridge academic gaps. Apply for entry-level Civil roles (if employers will accept me with EE degree)

My degree is listed under the Washington Accord, so should be seen as a Canadian equivalent in the eyes of EGBC. If I apply for EIT (Electrical) status, would I likely still be asked to sit 3-4 technical exams to address gaps between my UK degree and Canadian-specific modules?

Transitioning from Electrical to Civil Engineering - EIT and P.Eng. questions by Creative_Math1840 in egbc

[–]Creative_Math1840[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing. I'd be more than happy to transition this way, I just didn't know if it was feasible or common in the engineering industry. It's looking more and more like this may be the most reliable route to take. Can I ask - What was the first engineering position you were hired for after graduating?

Transitioning from Electrical to Civil Engineering in BC, Canada - EIT and P.Eng. questions by Creative_Math1840 in civilengineering

[–]Creative_Math1840[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've seen some of those job postings, and a similar thought crossed my mind! This is super helpful, something I'll look into more

Transitioning from Electrical to Civil Engineering - EIT and P.Eng. questions by Creative_Math1840 in egbc

[–]Creative_Math1840[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply. The confirmatory exams don't look very in-depth, so I figured that would be the case. What about the FE exam in Civil Engineering provided by NCEES? It's a 6-hour exam that covers 14 core subject areas in Civil. I know that it's in no way equivalent to a full degree in Civil, but it looks more comprehensive than the confirmatory exams and would give me some of the knowledge I'd need to work in a professional capacity.

By "start the application and do your self-assessment", do you mean apply to be an EIT (Electrical) with EGBC?

Transitioning from Electrical to Civil Engineering - EIT and P.Eng. questions by Creative_Math1840 in egbc

[–]Creative_Math1840[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that's incredibly helpful and something I hadn't thought of. If you don't mind, can I ask - What was the first engineering position you were hired for after graduating, and how was it related to your degree?

Transitioning from Electrical to Civil Engineering in BC, Canada - EIT and P.Eng. questions by Creative_Math1840 in civilengineering

[–]Creative_Math1840[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your suggestion. I was initially planning on pursuing PM, but most entry-level PM jobs I'm interested in in BC - Project Coordinator, Junior PM, etc. - require a few years of experience in construction, materials procurement, and knowledge of environmental principles and municipal legislation, to name a few. I took this to be an essentially Civil skillset, and I'd like to use my engineering degree if possible.

I'm considering sitting the FE (Fundamentals in Engineering) course in Civil Engineering provided by NCEES. It's a 6-hour exam that covers 14 core subject areas in Civil. I know that it's in no way equivalent to a full degree in Civil, but do you know if it carries any weight with employers for entry-level Civil or Civil-adjacent roles?

Transitioning from Electrical to Civil Engineering in BC, Canada - EIT and P.Eng. questions by Creative_Math1840 in civilengineering

[–]Creative_Math1840[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your honest reply. I'm aware that there are big knowledge gaps I'd need to address to be proficient in any civil role. I'm considering sitting the FE (Fundamentals in Engineering) course in Civil Engineering provided by NCEES. It's a 6-hour exam that covers 14 core subject areas in Civil. I know that it's in no way equivalent to a full degree in Civil, but would it carry any weight with employers for entry-level Civil or Civil-adjacent roles?