DOMAIN-SPECIFIC EDUCATION
PROBLEM SOLVER
PROJECT MANAGER
COMMUNICATOR
PHYSICALLY FIT
The Engineer branch strongly desires officers with academic backgrounds in the domain-specific disciplines listed below, with emphasis on degrees accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB), the Planning Accreditation Board (PAB), and the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). These disciplines provide foundations in scientific, design, and management methods that support mission-related problem solving.
RELEVANT EDUCATION:
Engineering (Architectural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Environmental, Chemical, Nuclear, Geological, Geotechnical) (Priority 1)
Architecture (to include Environmental Design) (Priority 1)
Landscape Architecture (Priority 1)
Planning (Urban, City, Regional, Environmental) (Priority 1)
Construction or Building Management Science (Priority 1)
Engineering or Project Management; Geosciences (include GIS, Geodesign, Geography, Geology) (Priority 1)
Other Engineering or Engineering Technology (Priority 2)
Other STEM (Priority 2)
Management (Priority 2)
Economics (Priority 2)
Finance (Priority 2)
Law (Priority 2)
History (Priority 2)
Political Science (Priority 2)
National Security (Priority 2)
Public policy (Priority 2)
International Relations (Priority 2)
All other disciplines (Priority 3)
RELEVANT TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
Cadet Troop Leading Time / Leader Development Time with Engineer Unit or Academic Enrichment Program in engineering
Cadets in accredited engineering programs are encouraged to complete the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FEE) prior to graduating (Reimbursable after commissioning).
The Engineer Branch is looking for candidates to become tactical and technical warriors that are devoted to providing maneuver commanders and ground forces with freedom of action at every echelon. Engineer officers have unique opportunities to enhance their leadership talents and development through military schools, credentialing/certification programs, and advance civil schools exclusive to the Engineer Regiment. Collectively, these skills make Engineer officers superb project managers and tenacious problem solvers that are capable of operating in ambiguous environments solving the nation’s toughest problems. Engineer leaders possess the drive to succeed and master all challenges, and are willing to exploit opportunities for self-development.
In addition to foundational:
Adaptable
Ambitious
Charismatic
Committed
Dependable
Detailed Focus
Expert
Innovative
Inspiring
Intellectually Curious
Interpersonal
Mentally Tough
Perceptive
Proactive
Problem Solving
Physically Fit
INTERPERSONAL
LINGUISTIC
SPATIAL