Is Your Signature Worth up to a $101,755 Fine?
Apply now to become a registered engineer before it’s too late. Beat the June 30 deadline the easiest way.
Why get assessed with RPEng?
Your Streamlined Path to Mandatory Registration.
Weeks, Not Months.
We offer the fastest turnaround times (28 day average vs 4 months)
No unnecessary requirements
Avoid additional, non-essential assessment requirements to work in Australia (5 vs 16)
Same Result. Lower Cost.
Don't pay twice to be assessed for registration. Get assessed for registration for only $951.
Nationally Recognised. Legally Required.
Professionals Australia (RPEng) is an officially approved assessment entity for state engineering registration schemes across Australia. We provide the rigorous peer-review and technical validation required by law to protect your professional standing and ensure you remain eligible for more job opportunities and leadership positions.
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Get assessed in 3 easy steps.
Check Eligibility
Confirm your degree and years of experience in 2 minutes.
Upload Evidence
Provide your CV and supporting evidence through our secure, simple portal (when you're ready).
Secure Your Status
Receive your letter of outcome and notify the relevant state regulator.
Ready to secure your compliance?
If you're a Victorian civil, structural, electrical or mechanical engineer, providing professional engineering services in the building industry, you must be assessed* before July 1st 2026. Start the process, to ensure compliance.
Already a Professionals Australia member? Click here
Why should you act By 30 June 2026?
Failing to meet registration deadlines isn't just a career hurdle - it's a significant legal and professional risk. As state requirements tighten, the backlog for assessment grows.
If you are a civil, structural, electrical or mechanical engineer providing professional engineering services in the building industry, you must be endorsed before 1 July 2026. Start the process now to ensure compliance.
Avoid massive individual fines of up to $101,755
Prevent legal exclusion from signing off on Victorian design work
Maintain eligibility for government-tendered infrastructure projects
Ensure your career remains compliant with the Professional Engineers Registration Act
"I'd been meaning to get my RPEng sorted for years, but always felt like it'd be a huge process. This one was smooth from start to finish, clear steps, quick turnaround, and people who actually understand engineering. It just worked."
“The RPEng system keeps everything in order, my CPD is tracked and stored in a compliant record, so I don’t have to think about it. It quietly keeps me on track without adding to my workload.”
"I liked that it didn't overcomplicate things. Good value for money, professional support, and no unnecessary hoops to jump through. It felt tailored for people who just want to get recognised and get on with their work."
Mandatory Assessment For Registration, Simplified.
No guesswork or hidden requirements. Learn exactly how we can streamline your path to mandatory registration.
Yes. Professionals Australia (RPEng) are a fully accredited assessment entity approved by the government—including the BLA (Victoria) and BPEQ (Queensland). Our assessment gives you the exact legal compliance required to practice, without the inflated fees of traditional pathways.
Becoming a registered engineer ensures you are legally compliant with state-based mandatory registration schemes, allowing you to sign off on engineering designs and avoid individual fines of up to $101,755.
Beyond meeting legal requirements, registration protects your career by maintaining your eligibility for government-tendered infrastructure projects and provides a nationally recognised validation of your professional expertise and standing.
When you apply for your RPEng assessment, you don't just get certified – you also get 12 months of complimentary premium membership with Professionals Australia (included in your one-time $951 investment).
This bundle provides you with full career backing and lifestyle perks, including:
- Workplace Legal Protection: Free expert legal advice, contract reviews, and workplace backup.
- Journey Insurance: Comprehensive coverage while traveling for work.
- Career Advancement: 1:1 career guidance, resume reviews, and targeted job search support.
- Exclusive Savings: Up to 10% off commercial insurance through our partners, plus everyday discounts on essentials.
No. We believe in complete flexibility, so there are no lock-in contracts. You can cancel your Professionals Australia membership at any time during the first 12 months without penalty.
Absolutely. Completing your assessment through RPENG provides the legally mandated validation required by state boards. You get full compliance, industry recognition, and complete protection for your professional standing.
Yes. We are an approved assessment entity in VIC, QLD, WA and the ACT, and are approved by the following statutory regulators:
- Business Licensing Authority (BLA), Victoria
- Board of Professional Engineers Queensland (BPEQ)
- Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS), Western Australia
- City and Environment Directorate (CED), ACT Government
Our goal is to help qualified engineers achieve registration, not to look for reasons to reject you. If your application doesn't quite meet the requirements, we don't just issue a standard denial.
Our assessment team will provide you with clear, specific feedback outlining exactly what evidence is missing. You will be given the opportunity to clarify your experience or provide the additional documentation needed before a final decision is made.
Please note that except in exceptional circumstances, your application fee cannot be refunded. You can see our Refund Policy here.