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Engineer/Electrical License in Arizona

Quick Answer

To become a licensed Professional Engineer in Arizona, you must apply through the Board of Technical Registration for your specific discipline and pass the NCEES FE and PE exams.

Exam
NCEES FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) and PE (Principles and Practice of Engineering)
Timeline
6-8 years (4-year degree + 4 years experience)
Renewal
Every Biennial

Requirements

Engineer/Electrical license in Arizona

gold
Veterans Benefits
Licenses from other states may be recognized for military and spouses

Estimated Costs Est.

Exam Fee
$550

Licensing Agency

Board of Technical Registration

Cost Breakdown

Estimated costs for getting your Engineer/Electrical license in Arizona. Values marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions.

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Exam FeeEst.$550
Total Estimated Cost$550

Fees marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions and may not reflect current pricing. Verify with the Arizona licensing board.

Engineer/Electrical Salary in Arizona

Entry Level

$63,260

Median

$93,500

Experienced

$136,600

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Engineer/Electrical in Arizona.

  1. 1

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  2. 2

    Receive Your License

    Processing typically takes 6-8 years (4-year degree + 4 years experience).

Engineer/Electrical Licensing in Arizona: What to Know

Arizona licenses Professional Engineers by individual discipline through the Board of Technical Registration, with separate license categories for civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, agricultural, environmental, industrial, nuclear, petroleum, mining, geological, geophysical, metallurgical, control systems, and aeronautical engineering. The state references ARS 32-122.01 for licensure requirements and recognizes licenses from other states for military members and spouses. Arizona follows standard NCEES examination requirements for the FE and PE exams across all engineering disciplines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a Engineer/Electrical license in Arizona?
The process typically takes 6-8 years (4-year degree + 4 years experience), depending on education completion and exam scheduling.
What exam do I need for a Engineer/Electrical license in Arizona?
You need to pass the NCEES FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) and PE (Principles and Practice of Engineering). N/A

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.