The sheer size and diversity of engineering in the UK means that no one professional body can represent the whole sector. For this reason, there are currently over 50 bodies with such an interest, known informally as the professional engineering community.
They work both collectively and individually with government, industry, academia and a range of other bodies to represent, promote and support the profession, while ensuring that UK-registered engineers maintain the highest standards and reputation globally.
The professional engineering community comprises of the following bodies: