<p>There are also Certified Engineering Technologists in the US. It's a voluntary certification program organized by NICET, a private non-profit organization. </p>
<p>CET certification differs from engineering (PE) licensure. Engineers are licensed by state governments, and a Professional Engineer's license is mandatory in certain situations (typically facilities engineering, as opposed to product engineering). </p>
<p>In many states, it is possible to qualify for an engineering license with a technology degree, although extra work experience is typically required in such cases.</p>