The Nuclear PE
Professional Engineering Licensure for Nuclear Engineers

The Credential that Gives you the Edge

Prepare for the PE exam with the American Nuclear Society's study guide

NOTE: As a PE working in nuclear, please take the NCEES PE Nuclear PAKS Survey 2019.

Please complete the survey by April 10, 2019.

Advantage of PE Licensure

Potential for higher salary
Certification of high ethical standards
Instills confidence in those you lead
Greater career opportunities, including the ability to stamp and seal designs, bid for government contracts, and perform consulting services
Learn why some members of ANS have chosen to pursue professional licensure as an important step in their career. Check out our "What Motivated Me" page to see what motivates nuclear engineers to become licensed professional engineers.

Earn a four-year degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Gain acceptable work experience (typically a minimum of four years), in most cases, this must be completed under the supervision of a PE
Pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam
Apply for and maintain your PE license as required by your state board (renewal, continuing education, etc.)
Download your PE flyer

PE licensure is required to provide engineering services to the public, and may be required to form an engineering firm in certain states
The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES), a national nonprofit organization, develops, administers, and scores the examinations used for engineering and surveying licensure in the US
Visit ncees.org for exam details, requirements, career advantages and more
Then let the American Nuclear Society help you on your way to obtaining your Nuclear PE

Committee Chair: John Bennion

Staff Liaison: Rick Michal

Last modified March 28, 2019, 1:44pm CDT