Engineering Licensing in Miramar city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Engineering work in Florida requires licensure under the Construction Industry Licensing Board framework. Per Fla. Stat. § 489.105, "engineer" means a person who offers professional services or public infrastructure services involving the application of engineering principles.

If you perform engineering services—including design, analysis, inspection, or consultation on construction projects—you must hold an active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license. This applies to both employees and self-employed practitioners in Miramar.

How to Get Licensed

1. Meet qualifications: Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must have a combination of education and experience. Typically, this requires a degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program plus four years of progressive engineering experience under a licensed engineer.

2. Apply to the Construction Industry Licensing Board: Per Fla. Stat. § 489.107, the Board oversees PE licensing. Submit your application, transcripts, and work experience documentation to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

3. Pass the PE exam: You must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and the Professional Engineer (PE) exam administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).

4. Military service credit: If applicable, Fla. Stat. § 489.1131 allows credit for relevant military training and education toward licensing requirements.

Local Requirements

Permits and inspections in Miramar are handled by the Miramar Building Department. Contact the Building Department to determine which permits are required for your specific engineering project.

Review the Miramar Municipal Code for any local amendments or additional requirements beyond state law. The Municipal Code may contain provisions affecting engineering services, permit fees, or inspection procedures specific to Miramar.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain work is exempt from licensure, including:

• Engineering work performed by full-time government employees in their official capacity
• Work performed by employees of licensed engineers, under the supervision and responsible charge of the licensed engineer
• Engineering services related to certain minor repairs or maintenance work as defined in statute

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Board of Professional Engineers (FBPE)
- Phone: 850-521-0500
- Website: https://fbpe.org/

References

• Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.1131 — Credit for relevant military training and education
• Miramar Municipal Code

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