The first company I worked for was a high integrity systems/software firm. Getting your Chartered Engineer (CEng) status was seen as part of your professional d

The first company I worked for was a high integrity systems/software firm. Getting your Chartered Engineer (CEng) status was seen as part of your professional development for most of the engineers. It isn't required however. Most of the focus was put on the process being followed (DO178B, IEC 61508, or their equivalents which I've now forgotton) rather than the compentence of specific individuals. It's more of an organisational view of competance rather than focusing on individuals.