Joining from overseas

Global Engineers are individuals who have studied overseas or who have identified Ireland as their next country in which to work as an engineer. The critical skills shortage visa means that larger numbers of international engineers are coming to Ireland and building successful careers.

We welcome engineers from all around the world into the Engineers Ireland community, and our Global Engineers population is our fastest-growing area of membership. If you are considering moving here to work as an engineer, you will need the following:

  • The right to work in Ireland (click the button below to understand your visa options)
  • A relevant engineering qualification
  • To join Engineers Ireland, your qualification should be recognised through our international agreements or else we will need to individually assess your prior qualifications, skills and experience.
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Mutual Recognition Agreement

Have you received a professional title from a country that has a Mutual Recognition Agreement with Ireland? Click below to learn how to get your title recognised by Engineers Ireland.

Mutual Recognition Agreement
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Apply for membership

Our membership team is happy to help with any questions you may have – call us on (01) 665 1334 or email us.

Verified international applications (VIA)

If you don’t have verified digital records of academic documents for prior studies, including English-translated documents, and wish to obtain them during your application for membership, you can select Parchment (formerly Digitary Core) when completing your submission. 

Digitary has partnered with Engineers Ireland to help you provide your verified academic history directly to the admissions team. This will enable you to obtain your verified digital records that can help fast-track your application. The Parchment option includes a one-off charge. 

This documentation will be yours to use and will be widely accepted for verification by engineering employers while in Ireland and other countries.

Find an engineering job in Ireland

Our Jobs Desk lists the vacancies available with engineering organisations across Ireland.