Benefits of membership
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) is the leading Institution for the engineering profession. We have been supporting the engineering industry and our members for more than 150 years and are well placed to help you at every stage of your career with benefits including:
If you decide to join the Institution as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Engineering Technician (EngTech), you will benefit from:
- A long-term increase in your earning potential
- A qualification with international recognition
- Independent verification of your skills and experience
- Management and leadership development
- Career transition training
- A range of courses to develop specific business skills
- In-company and bespoke training
- Standard 10% discount for members on all courses, that can rise to a 20% saving with early booking discounts – attending just one course could mean your membership pays for itself
- Debt advice
- Counselling
- Legal guidance
- Financial grants
- Carers’ breaks
- Employment coaching
- Buddy program
- Home/domestic assistance
The Institution's Scholarships and Awards help members at all stages of their careers. Each year, the Institution supports the educational and development needs of students, graduates and working professionals with grants totalling some £500,000.
Representing engineers in 137 countries worldwide, the Institution uses its considerable expertise to help engineers who are based outside the UK.
Members also have the opportunity to extend their recognition by applying for other international registrations such as EurIng and IntPE.
- Consultants' directory
- Credit card
- Financial advice
- Free legal helpline
- Healthcare
- Insurance solutions
- Legal advice
- Traveller’s club
- Telephone support
- Venue and room hire
Other benefits