This "Professional Assessment Corner" aims to list out relevant information for mechanical, marine and naval architecture and chemical PA, requirements of academics, training and experiences, and relevant guidance videos specific to our respective disciplines, etc., so as to facilitate applicants preparing their applications for the HKIE membership.

“Ir” is a recognised abbreviation for “Engineer” under HKIE Constitution Article 4, which stipulates that ‘Corporate Members may adopt the courtesy prefix “Engineer” in front of their names. The recognised abbreviation for “Engineer” shall be “Ir”.’

The correct pronunciation of “Ir” is “Engineer” and the Chinese title is 「工程師」. “Ir” is the official title for Corporate Members of the HKIE, who are encouraged to promote its use in public by addressing each other as “Ir”, by using it in their name cards and letterheads, etc.

Unauthorised use of the “Ir” title is not allowed.

Since 01 April 2019, all applications are evaluated using a competence-based assessment system. Applicants with experience are required to demonstrate fulfillment of 12 specific competences across four key areas:

• Applying Mechanical Engineering Knowledge

• Developing Technical Solutions

• Managing Engineering Work

• Upkeeping Professional Acumen