50-State Engineering Licensing Compliance Guide
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Utah Engineering Industry Licensing

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Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in Utah.

This page provides an overview of engineering industry licensing in Utah 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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Utah Engineering Company Licenses

Utah Engineering Firm License

Not required



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

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: Utah Department of Commerce - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Law:

Utah Code Ann § 58-22-101 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 Utah must be overseen by a principal who is a licensed engineer.

Professional Corporations:

  • All shareholders, officers, and directors 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 Utah must be overseen by a principal who is a licensed engineer.

Professional Limited Liability Companies:

  • All members and managers 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 Utah must be overseen by a principal who is a licensed engineer.

Utah Geology Firm License

Not required



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

More information: Utah Department of Commerce - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing

Utah Land Surveying License

Not required



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

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: Utah Department of Commerce - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing

Individual Licenses

Utah Individual Engineering Licenses

Utah Professional Engineer License

Agency:Utah Department of Commerce - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Allow Digital Signatures?Yes
Digital Signature Guidelines:

(f) Electronically generated signatures are acceptable.

(g) It is the responsibility of the licensee to provide adequate security when documents with electronic seals and electronic signatures are submitted. Sheets subsequent to the cover of specifications are not required to be sealed, signed and dated.

Utah Admin Code R156-22-601

Allow Digital Sealing?Yes
Digital Sealing Guidelines:

(e) A seal may be a wet stamp, embossed, or electronically produced.

Utah Admin Code R156-22-601

Initial Registration

Form:

Professional Engineer Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$120

Registration Renewal

Form:

Professional Engineer Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$73

Due:

By March 31 of odd-numbered years.

Original Ink:Not required
Notarize:Not required

Utah Professional Geologist License

Agency:Utah Department of Commerce - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Allow Digital Signatures?No
Digital Signature Guidelines:

The board has no provision allowing for use of digital signatures.

Allow Digital Sealing?Yes
Digital Sealing Guidelines:

(e) A seal may be a wet stamp, embossed, or electronically produced.

Utah Admin Code R156-76-601

Initial Registration

Form:

Professional Geologist

Agency Fee:

$165

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$138

Due:

By March 31 of odd-numbered years.

Utah Professional Land Surveyor License

Agency:Utah Department of Commerce - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing

Initial Registration

Form:

Professional Land Surveyor Application

Agency Fee:

$121

Registration Renewal

Form:

Professional Land Surveyor Renewal

Agency Fee:

$74

Due:

By March 31 of odd-numbered years.

Utah Professional Structural Engineer License

Agency:Utah Department of Commerce - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Allow Digital Signatures?Yes
Digital Signature Guidelines:

(f) Electronically generated signatures are acceptable.

(g) It is the responsibility of the licensee to provide adequate security when documents with electronic seals and electronic signatures are submitted. Sheets subsequent to the cover of specifications are not required to be sealed, signed and dated.

Utah Admin Code R156-22-601

Allow Digital Sealing?Yes
Digital Sealing Guidelines:

(e) A seal may be a wet stamp, embossed, or electronically produced.

Utah Admin Code R156-22-601

Initial Registration

Form:

Professional Structural Engineer Application

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$120

Registration Renewal

Form:

Professional Structural Engineer Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$73

Due:

By March 31 of odd-numbered years.

Original Ink:Not required
Notarize:Not required

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.

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