The Technical Membership service is provided by the Saudi Council of Engineers, aiming to register and accredit professionals in various technical fields related to engineering sciences and engineering technology, such as technicians and assistant technicians, to enhance professional regulation within the engineering sector. These memberships target individuals with technical qualifications or applied experience in engineering disciplines who do not hold official professional engineering licenses.
The service enables technicians to create an accredited electronic membership profile, granting them professional rights and access to the council’s training and development programs, thereby improving their technical skills and competence.
The technical membership also provides direct communication with the council and access to updated information relevant to their specialties. Admission requires submission of a diploma or equivalent certificate, along with evidence of relevant professional experience. In some cases, a declaration and authorization letter may be required. Applications are reviewed electronically to ensure compliance with conditions and regulations.
The council also manages renewals and upgrades electronically, saving technicians time and effort while ensuring continued membership with clear legal and professional benefits.
Importance of the Technical Membership Service
Provides precise professional regulation for technicians, enhancing work quality and efficiency.
Offers continuous training opportunities and professional development through council programs.
Enables effective technician participation in engineering projects through official membership recognition.
Strengthens the relationship between the council and technicians to support development in technical specializations.
Enhances professional protection and provides an accurate database of technical service users.
Challenges and Difficulties
Difficulty in formally documenting professional experience, especially for those from unorganized work environments.
Continuous updating of membership requirements to keep pace with technological and engineering developments.
Delays in processing some technician applications due to incomplete documents or unmet conditions.
Need for improving technical support and follow-up services to ensure member satisfaction.
Target Sector
General
Affiliated Authority
Saudi Council of Engineers
Estimated DurationN/A
Gov Approval Window1 working day
Service Pricing160
Government Fee200
Mandatory Conditions
✓Study application fee: 500 Saudi riyals (paid once).
✓Government membership fees: first year 200 riyals, second year 400 riyals, third year 600 riyals.
✓Sign the acknowledgment and authorization.
✓Payment of registration fees.
✓Approval depends on the application according to its examination by the system.
Required Documents
✓Attach the certificate in one of the technical specializations that meet the required technical professional degree.
✓Attach practical experience certificates certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for expertise from outside the Kingdom, and attestation by the Chamber of Commerce (electronic documentation) for expertise from within the Kingdom (according to the acceptance criteria for required technician membership).
✓Attach the necessary documents to complete the registration process (ID / border number, work visa, passport, work identification letter, certificate, academic record). Saudi: Equivalency certificate from the Ministry of Higher Education for holders of qualifications from outside the Kingdom or attestation. Non-Saudi: Certificate authentication from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cultural Attaches.
✓Attach the professional license or license.
✓Attach documented experience of no less than 5 years.